Review of Intergenerational Theft
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Review of Intergenerational Theft
[Following is a volunteer review of "Intergenerational Theft" by Daniel Harrison.]
“Intergenerational Theft" is a book by Daniel Harrison that presents an analytical examination of economic disparities between generations in the United Kingdom. Daniel’s main argument is that the United Kingdom’s government has implemented economic policies that favor baby boomers by transferring wealth from younger generations, creating a cost-of-living crisis that affects Gen X, Millennials, and Gen Z, and will continue to do so for future generations if the issue isn’t addressed.
The aesthetics of this book are eye-sore-inducing. It looks like an oversized brochure. I feel like more thought could’ve been put into the design. What matters most is the content of the book, not how it looks, but I just have to address how ugly this book is, and it does push many readers away. No one wants to read a big brochure. Also, the paragraphs are not justified, which makes the aesthetic inconsistent, disrupts the reader’s flow, and makes the space on the pages even less efficiently used.
The book was also poorly edited, as I encountered many mistakes during my reading sessions. These include misplaced, misused, or even missing punctuation and incorrect grammar. This lack of attention to detail contradicts the author's claims of a carefully crafted work; therefore, a perfect 5/5 score is out of the question.
However, the information presented is accurate and believable. The charts and tables are coherent and effectively support the author’s arguments. Daniel presents compelling arguments and debunks, with precise data, most counterpoints that a baby boomer might raise to challenge his views. The vocabulary is well-chosen, making the content easy to understand even for non-native speakers like me.
I decided to give this book a 4/5 rating, with the missing star due to the poor editing. It is an excellent read for any generation, as it discusses a crucial topic that needs to be addressed to inspire change. Politicians, in particular, could benefit from this information—not because they are unaware (since the ongoing crisis is a consequence of their decisions)—but to realize that the public is catching on to their schemes. The book effectively illustrates the unsustainable nature of the crisis caused by late-stage capitalism in an approachable manner, making it a mandatory read once the editing issues have been resolved. I would love to read more analyses by Daniel that explore other issues related to late-stage capitalism, as his writing style and depth of knowledge are both immersive and accessible.
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Intergenerational Theft
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“Intergenerational Theft" is a book by Daniel Harrison that presents an analytical examination of economic disparities between generations in the United Kingdom. Daniel’s main argument is that the United Kingdom’s government has implemented economic policies that favor baby boomers by transferring wealth from younger generations, creating a cost-of-living crisis that affects Gen X, Millennials, and Gen Z, and will continue to do so for future generations if the issue isn’t addressed.
The aesthetics of this book are eye-sore-inducing. It looks like an oversized brochure. I feel like more thought could’ve been put into the design. What matters most is the content of the book, not how it looks, but I just have to address how ugly this book is, and it does push many readers away. No one wants to read a big brochure. Also, the paragraphs are not justified, which makes the aesthetic inconsistent, disrupts the reader’s flow, and makes the space on the pages even less efficiently used.
The book was also poorly edited, as I encountered many mistakes during my reading sessions. These include misplaced, misused, or even missing punctuation and incorrect grammar. This lack of attention to detail contradicts the author's claims of a carefully crafted work; therefore, a perfect 5/5 score is out of the question.
However, the information presented is accurate and believable. The charts and tables are coherent and effectively support the author’s arguments. Daniel presents compelling arguments and debunks, with precise data, most counterpoints that a baby boomer might raise to challenge his views. The vocabulary is well-chosen, making the content easy to understand even for non-native speakers like me.
I decided to give this book a 4/5 rating, with the missing star due to the poor editing. It is an excellent read for any generation, as it discusses a crucial topic that needs to be addressed to inspire change. Politicians, in particular, could benefit from this information—not because they are unaware (since the ongoing crisis is a consequence of their decisions)—but to realize that the public is catching on to their schemes. The book effectively illustrates the unsustainable nature of the crisis caused by late-stage capitalism in an approachable manner, making it a mandatory read once the editing issues have been resolved. I would love to read more analyses by Daniel that explore other issues related to late-stage capitalism, as his writing style and depth of knowledge are both immersive and accessible.
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Intergenerational Theft
View: on Bookshelves | on Amazon
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