First published 2017
Whether riffing on the cultural significance of Mountain Dew or the existential quandaries of Breaking Bad, Chuck Klosterman's incisive wit and analytical eye transform the mundane into the profound. This curated collection of his most compelling journalism spans a decade, offering fresh perspectives on the defining people, trends, and phenomena of our times. From Taylor Swift to Kobe Bryant, Klosterman's insightful, often hilarious observations illuminate the hidden depths of our shared pop culture experience.
Genres: essays, american, contemporary, 21st-century, journalism, academic
Vibes: intimate, thought-provoking, witty
Tropes: cultural-criticism, observational-humor
Setting: United States
Period: 1970-
464 pages · Hardcover · Penguin Press