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Acknowledgments
ACKNOWLEDGMENTS If you follow me on Instagram, you thought this book was going to be written in emojis, didn’t you? Thank you to the team who worked so hard to help me bring my memoir into the world, including: Cade Hudson; Mathew Rosengart; Cait Hoyt; my collaborators (you know who you are); and Jennifer Bergstrom, Lauren Spiegel, and everyone at Gallery Books. Thank you to my fans: You have my heart and my gratitude forever. This book is for…-
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About the Author
ABOUT THE AUTHOR Multiplatinum, Grammy Award–winning pop icon Britney Spears is one of the most successful and celebrated entertainers in music history, with more than 100 million records sold worldwide. In 2021, she was named one of Time magazine’s 100 Most Inuential People. Spears’s album Blackout was added to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame’s Library & Archives in 2012. She lives in Los Angeles, California. FOR MORE ON THIS…-
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Chapter 21
Chapter 21 begins during a deeply transformative time in my life, marked by the birth of my second son, Jayden James, shortly after Sean Preston turned one. Jayden radiated joy from the start, and having both boys filled me with an almost weightless happiness, as if I were floating. My body felt renewed—trim, strong, and free of the strain of pregnancy—making me feel young again, almost like a teenager rediscovering herself. Friends noticed the change immediately. “You look so skinny!” one said,…-
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Chapter 1
The chapter opens with the author reflecting on his childhood, distinguishing between his transient living addresses with his mother and sister and his unchanging home—his great-grandmother’s house in Jackson, Kentucky. Jackson, a small town in Appalachia, is depicted as a close-knit community where residents exhibit deep respect for one another, particularly in traditions like stopping for funeral processions. The author’s connection to Jackson is rooted in summers spent there with his grandmother,…-
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Chapter 2
The chapter opens with a reflection on the unique linguistic and cultural markers of hillbilly identity, exemplified by terms like "holler" (hollow), "Mamaw," and "Papaw." These colloquialisms serve as cultural touchstones, distinguishing the Appalachian community from mainstream American society. The narrator emphasizes how these terms are deeply personal, tied to family and heritage, and rarely understood outside their context. This introduction sets the stage for exploring the author's familial roots…-
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Chapter 3
Chapter 3 of *Hillbilly Elegy* delves into the tumultuous family dynamics of Mamaw and Papaw, focusing on their struggles and contradictions. The couple endured a decade of miscarriages before having three children—Jimmy, Bev (the author’s mother), and Lori. Their early years as a family appeared stable, with Uncle Jimmy recalling a seemingly middle-class upbringing. However, this facade masked a volatile reality rooted in Scots-Irish Appalachian culture, where extreme reactions to perceived slights…-
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Chapter 5
The chapter opens with J.D.'s fragmented childhood memories, ranging from humorous incidents like pretending to be the Incredible Hulk to painful moments such as learning his father had given him up for adoption. These early recollections paint a picture of a complex family dynamic, marked by both warmth and instability. The absence of his biological father, Don Bowman, leaves a lasting emotional impact, compounded by the revelation that he had been "replaced" by a new family. Despite this, J.D. retains…-
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In Chapter 14 of *Hillbilly Elegy*, the narrator reflects on his second year of law school, where he feels he has overcome his tumultuous upbringing to achieve success. Despite his accomplishments—a prestigious summer job, a promising relationship with Usha, and a bright career ahead—he grapples with unresolved emotional baggage. His self-congratulatory attitude masks deeper insecurities, particularly his fear of inheriting the destructive behaviors of his family, especially his mother. The absence of…-
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The chapter opens with the author reflecting on his experience shopping for a needy child through a Salvation Army program. Struggling to choose appropriate gifts, he critiques traditional suggestions like pajamas as "elite indulgences" and recalls childhood memories where such items felt alien. His eventual selections—clothes, a toy phone, and fire trucks—reflect his conflicted perspective as someone who has transitioned from poverty to privilege. This scene underscores the cultural dissonance he…-
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Chapter 4 of *Hillbilly Elegy* begins with the author reflecting on his birth in 1984 and his grandfather's political shift, voting for Reagan despite his disdain for Mondale. This anecdote highlights the cultural divide between working-class Appalachians and Northern liberals, a theme that resonates throughout the chapter. The author's grandfather, a lifelong Democrat, saw Reagan as the lesser evil, illustrating the complex political loyalties of Rust Belt communities. This moment foreshadows the broader…-
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