Books matching: hypocrisy of privilege
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Save:A gripping, provocative look at the American dream and the barriers that divide us - sometimes a tough read, but a timely, important one for anyone willing to have their horizons expanded.
'The Tortilla Curtain' by T.C. Boyle explores the immigration experience in California in the late 90s through the parallel lives of a wealthy white couple and a destitute Mexican couple. It delves into themes of diversity, immigration, and humanity, showcasing the struggles and aspirations of both couples as they navigate through societal prejudices and personal challenges. The writing style is characterized by deep characterizations, highlighting the ill-perceptions and hypocrisies surrounding the topics of diversity and immigration, while also portraying the harsh realities faced by undocumented immigrants trying to survive in a foreign land.
The novel presents two perspectives, one of a successful upper-middle-class couple and the other of a poorer-than-poor illegal immigrant couple, touching upon issues of homelessness, poverty, racism, and violence. Through the intertwining stories of these families, the book not only serves as a morality tale about the haves and have nots but also delves into the resilience of human beings and their ability to retain their humanity amidst adversity, making readers question their own values and perceptions.
AFTERWARD, HE TRIED TO REDUCE IT TO ABSTRACT terms, an accident in a world of accidents, the collision of opposing forces—the bumper of his car and the frail scrambling hunched-over form of a dark lit...1995•367 pages - #2
Save:A clever, acidic portrait of academic life that exposes both the absurdities and dark sides of 1970s campus culture - provocative, funny, and still relevant, but not always easy to love.
'The History Man' by Malcolm Bradbury is a satire set in the early 1970s at the University of Watermouth, focusing on the life of sociology professor Howard Kirk and his wife Barbara. The narrative follows Howard's manipulative and chaotic behavior, including his interactions with colleagues and students, as well as his attempts at social engineering. The writing style is described as sharp and dense, incorporating academic jargon and darkly comic scenes to portray the complexities of the characters and the campus culture of the time.
Now it is the autumn again; the people are all coming back. The recess of summer is over, when holidays are taken, newspapers shrink, history itself seems momentarily to falter and stop. But the paper...1975•249 pages Don Juan is a bold, clever classic - equal parts comedy and cautionary tale. Great for fans of satirical drama and debate, but possibly not for those put off by genre-blending or the unapologetically naughty main character.
Don Juan by Moliere is a classic play that tells the story of the libertine anti-hero, Don Juan, who seduces and abandons women without remorse. The play explores themes of morality, hypocrisy, and consequences as Don Juan's actions lead to revenge, supernatural punishment, and ultimately his own downfall. Moliere's writing style is described as brilliant, capturing the reader's interest from the first scene and holding it until the end without any dull moments. The play is a mix of comedy, romance, tragedy, and moral fable, with witty dialogue and complex character depictions.
1665•146 pages- #4
Save:In 'Class' by Lucinda Rosenfeld, the story revolves around Karen Kipple, a white liberal Brooklynite, who is deeply involved in issues of race, class, and education. The book satirically delves into Karen's journey as she navigates through her beliefs and actions, exposing the hypocrisies and complexities of liberal ideologies. Through humor and exaggeration, the author sheds light on the challenges within public education systems, gentrification, racism, and the struggles of middle-class urban parents.
January 2017•353 pages
