The Worst Years of Our Lives: Irreverent Notes from a Decade of Greed

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Summary: Interesting look back at the 1980s
Review: Barbara Ehrenreich is an excellent writer and has great insight on government, capitalism, hype, the news media, politicians, and just about everything she finds to criticize about our culture. She's got a wonderful sense of the ridiculous and a sharp wit, yet her writing appears to have true and great affection for her fellow women and men. This book isn't her best though. It's a collection of previously published essays, some of which have stood the test of time better than others. Still, worth reading, and a great look back at the infamous decade of greed.

Rating:
Summary: Interesting look back at the 1980s
Review: Barbara Ehrenreich is an excellent writer and has great insight on government, capitalism, hype, the news media, politicians, and just about everything she finds to criticize about our culture. She's got a wonderful sense of the ridiculous and a sharp wit, yet her writing appears to have true and great affection for her fellow women and men. This book isn't her best though. It's a collection of previously published essays, some of which have stood the test of time better than others. Still, worth reading, and a great look back at the infamous decade of greed.

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Summary: Wonderful trip . . .
Review: down a twisted memory lane. Perhaps I'm biased because nine times out of ten I agree with Ehrenreich's politics and attitude, but whatever the reason, I love this book. Each essay is like a little time capsule, though not necessarily one that's good for our egos. As a child of the 80's, it also gives me insight into the cultural forces that shaped my view of the world - and makes me wonder if there should be some form of compensation! A very good read.

Rating:
Summary: Wonderful trip . . .
Review: down a twisted memory lane. Perhaps I'm biased because nine times out of ten I agree with Ehrenreich's politics and attitude, but whatever the reason, I love this book. Each essay is like a little time capsule, though not necessarily one that's good for our egos. As a child of the 80's, it also gives me insight into the cultural forces that shaped my view of the world - and makes me wonder if there should be some form of compensation! A very good read.