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In "Don't Get Too Comfortable," David Rakoff moves beyond his personal anecdotes to scrutinize contemporary America’s culture of unchecked excess. With a blend of humor and acute observation, he examines the rampant consumerism that has turned greed, vanity, and selfishness into celebrated virtues. From the elegance of the last Concorde flight to the bluster of Hooters Air, from a cabana boy’s routine to a private island excursion, Rakoff offers a biting commentary on how modern society turns excess into moral heroism. While lampooning the absurdity of indulgence, he simultaneously urges a return to humanity and common decency.
First publish date: 2005
Genre: Humorous Fiction/Comic Satire
Authors: David Rakoff
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