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Generation What?: Dispatches from the QuarterLife Crisis,Used
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Seemingly a bit ludicrous and even comical, the quarterlife crisis is actually a very real phenomenon afflicting more rudderless twentysomethings with each passing year. In Generation What?, young upandcoming writers recount their individual quarrels between hoping to exist on the fringes of childhood and wanting to participate in the arena of adult responsibility.Some heartbreaking, some humorous, the essayists disparate topicspassionless marriage, fallible parents, Peace Corps survival, cutting the collegelife cord, and the likerun the gamut of disillusionment, denial, and yes, even deliverance.The Lost Generation nursed the devastating wounds of World War I. The Greatest Generation conquered both the Great Depression and totalitarianism. The Beat Generation sped along the counterculture pathways. The Baby Boomers embraced protests and free love, while Generation X birthed mass technology and postmodern malaise. And Generation Ythe young people of the millennium who have more resources, technology, and education than any beforehas . . . what?Essayists include editors from Broken Pencil and JANE magazine and contributors to The New York Times, The Village Voice, BUST, Adbusters, and PLENTY, as well as young authors with books forthcoming from Harper Perennial and Simon & Schuster.Bess Vanrenen currently calls Denver, Colorado, home, although she has also lived in Brooklyn, Reno, and Maadi, Egypt. For anyone hoping to induce a quarterlife crisis, Bess recommends graduate school.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Generation What?: Dispatches from the Quarter-Life Crisis'? A: The main theme of 'Generation What?' revolves around the struggles and experiences of young adults facing a quarter-life crisis, exploring their conflicts between childhood aspirations and adult responsibilities.
- Q: Who are some contributors to this book? A: Contributors include editors from Broken Pencil and JANE magazine, as well as writers from The New York Times and other notable publications, along with emerging authors.
- Q: What type of essays can I expect in this collection? A: The essays cover a variety of topics including passionless marriage, challenges faced by young adults, and the transition from college life, presenting both humorous and heartbreaking perspectives.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is listed as 'Used Book in Good Condition,' indicating it may have minor wear but is still in a readable state.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains a total of 240 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Generation What?'? A: The book was published on May 1, 2007.
- Q: Can this book help someone going through a quarter-life crisis? A: Yes, the essays offer insights and relatable experiences that can resonate with individuals experiencing a quarter-life crisis.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Generation What?'? A: The author of the book is Bess Vanrenen.
- Q: Is this book suitable for someone interested in self-help literature? A: Yes, as it falls under the 'Self-Help' category, it provides perspectives that may assist readers in navigating their life challenges.