The Baby Boom - P. J. O' Rourke
Title: THE BABY BOOM: How It Got That Way... And It Wasn't My Fault... And I'll Never Do It Again Author: P. J. O'Rourke Publisher: Grove/Atlantic, New York Year published: 2014 258 pages This book is a sharp, witty, and often laugh-out-loud exploration of the Baby Boomer generation, its defining characteristics, and its lasting impact on society. With his trademark humor and keen observational skills, P.J. O'Rourke dissects the experiences, attitudes, and contradictions of the generation born in the aftermath of World War II. The book begins with a nostalgic look at the idyllic and often over-romanticized childhoods of Baby Boomers in the 1950s, a time marked by stability, economic prosperity, and an explosion of suburban living. O'Rourke captures the innocence and optimism of the era, from family road trips and simple pleasures to the cultural shifts ushered in by rock 'n' roll and television. However, he quickly moves beyond nostalgia, offering a cri...