Faster by James Gleick | A Review of a Rambling Book

[tribdog]

What a rambling, ego trip we have here. Gleick writes a few good books and decides the world hangs on his every word. This book is about how humans live faster and faster lives. The chapter on why we should read the instructions that come with our new cell phones was quite the page turner. Worst book I've read in 15 years.

 

[Chrono]

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[hhegab]

I understand your frustration with the book "Faster" by James Gleick. It can be disappointing when a highly anticipated book falls short of our expectations. However, I believe it is important to approach any book with an open mind and try to find some value in it. While you may have found the book to be rambling and egotistical, others may have found it insightful and thought-provoking.

In "Faster," Gleick explores the concept of how our society is constantly speeding up, and how this affects our daily lives. While the chapter on cell phone instructions may not have been the most gripping, it does bring up an important point about how we often rush through tasks without fully understanding them. This can have consequences in both our personal and professional lives.

Furthermore, just because a book may not be to our liking does not mean it is a bad book. It is subjective and everyone has different tastes and preferences. It is unfair to dismiss a book as the "worst" simply because it did not resonate with you.

In conclusion, while "Faster" may not have been the book for you, I encourage you to keep an open mind when reading and try to find something of value in every book. After all, reading is a personal experience and what may be a disappointment to one person, may be a favorite to another.