Week 12 Prompt
Reader’s Advisory
Matrix
Title of book: The
subtle art of not giving a f*ck: a counterintuitive approach to living a good
life
By: Mark Manson
Where is the book on
the narrative continuum? - A mix (combines highly narrative moments with
periods of fact-based prose)
What it the subject
of the book? – Conduct of life; Self-realization; Personal Growth. This
book is designed to make the reader think about how they live their life and
view themselves and others.
What type of book is
it? – A self-help book written with great humor.
Articulate Appeal
a. What is the pacing of the book? – Leisurely
b. Describe the characters of the book. –
None. The author focuses on events in his own life and supplements this with
appropriate examples from the lives of historical figures / celebrities.
c. How does the story feel? –
Iconoclastic, humorous, and thought provoking.
d. What is the intent of the author? – To
help others improve their lives by pointing out ineffective thought patterns
and life perceptions. With a healthy dose of laughter.
e. Does the language matter? Yes. The
author uses strong coarse language for humor and to grab the reader’s
attention.
f.
Is
the setting important and well described? No
g. Are there details and, if so, of what?
Yes. The author goes into great detail discussing life decisions and
motivations of both himself and others This is used to great effect to make
important points about how we need to be careful in how we conduct our lives.
h. Are there sufficient charts and other
graphic materials? Are they useful and clear? – None provided nor needed.
i.
Does
the book stress moments of learning, understanding, or experience? – Very
strongly yes on all counts.
Why would a reader
enjoy this book (rank appeal)?
1.
Humor
2.
Thought provoking
3.
Irreverent
Jason,
ReplyDeleteI appreciate a self-help book that can use humor effectively. I read a similar book by Sarah Knight called The Life-Changing Magic of Not Giving a F*ck, which was okay, but repetitive. I think Manson's book is closer to what I expected out of the book I read.
This book was given as a white elephant gift at my Christmas party this year. I am more intrigued to read it now based on your annotation.
ReplyDeleteYour review has convinced me to put it on my list. I have seen it checked out time and time again at my library. It is nice to have a book that is both helpful and funny.
ReplyDeleteI have seen this book circulating like crazy at my library too! I need to read it. I am drawn to its irreverence. I like that it puts a spin on the classic idea of self help books.
ReplyDeleteExcellent job on this assignment. Full points!
ReplyDeleteGood job on summarizing this book within the matrix, as well as providing a good description within each category. I'm going to add this book to a list of items that I will be checking out later this summer.
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