pickAn important book, but I would not recommend it for the average reader. Goodman was a poet, playwright and academic who combined his literary prowess with sociological and psychological theory to levy a scathing critique on American culture. The Absurd arises when youth encounter a culture they are expected to conform to that cannot provide opportunities for a meaningful existence, a possible explanation for the "Beats" and the unrest of the 60s.
so-soGoodman had some interesting quasi-anarchist political ideas, but his anecdotal/speculative approach leaves a lot to be desired, and the pervasive patronizing misogyny is appalling even by last century‘s standards. ⭐️⭐️
Artists and bohemians have always gravitated to the bottom of the income pyramid. It is cheaper there. There is less timetable. Life is simpler and more factual.
70mph winds are a great excuse to stay in. #homebody #windmageddon
These three are still TBR, but don't they look pretty together? I'm waiting for the kiddos to start school before I dive into Goodman's masterpiece. I'm prepared for it to shatter illusions and leave me sockless.
#LGBTQpride
#RiotGrams
Growing Up Absurd (Revised) | 
