In 'Class', Stephanie Land, the bestselling author behind the Netflix series 'Maid', captures the profound challenges and triumphs she faced as a single mother striving to break free from the grips of poverty. Building on her previous work, this memoir delves into Land's relentless journey through the quagmire of America's educational system, battling with systemic barriers such as an arcane loan process and pervasive food insecurity. She confronts not only the prejudices of her peers and professors but also the internal strife of balancing motherhood with the pursuit of her dreams. Land's unyielding spirit shines through as she finally dons her graduation cap in her mid-thirties, a testament to her remarkable resilience. 'Class' weaves an evocative narrative questioning the value we place on different types of work, the right to education and artistry, and the mother's role in the face of personal ambitions and societal expectations.