Books:
* "Labor's Search for Power in the Progressive Era" (1977): This book, her first major work, examines the evolving relationship between labor unions and the state during the Progressive Era, focusing on the American Federation of Labor.
* "The Politics of Inequality: Women, Race, and Class in the Gilded Age" (1988): This work explores the challenges faced by women, African Americans, and immigrants in the late 19th century, highlighting the complexities of power structures and social inequities.
* "Reclaiming the Progressive Era: The Intellectual and Social Origins of Modern American Liberalism" (2008): This book offers a reassessment of the Progressive Era, arguing that it was a pivotal period that shaped modern American liberalism and its core values.
* "The Unexpected History of the United States" (2017): This book presents a non-traditional narrative of American history, emphasizing underrepresented voices and perspectives often overlooked in traditional accounts.
Articles and Essays:
In addition to her books, Joan Hoff-Wilson has published numerous articles and essays in scholarly journals and edited volumes, covering a range of topics related to American history, labor history, women's history, and social justice.
Her work has been widely praised for its meticulous research, insightful analysis, and commitment to challenging conventional narratives.