Slouching Towards Bethlehem by Joan Didion
This book is a collection of essays that capture the essence of the 1960s in California. It portrays a society in the midst of social and cultural upheaval, as traditional norms are challenged by the counterculture movement. The author explores various themes including morality, self-respect, and the nature of good and evil, while providing a vivid picture of the era through her insightful and incisive observations.
The 775th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1968
- Nationality
- American
- Type
- Nonfiction
- Pages
- 200-250
- Words
- 55,000
- Original Language
- English
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- 5th on The Ideal Library (Book)
- 21st on Harvard Book Store Staff's Favorite 100 Books (Harvard Book Store)
- 264th on Our Users' Favorite Books of All Time (The Greatest Books Users)
- The 50 Books Everyone Needs to Read, 1963-2013 (Flavor Wire)
- A Century of Reading (Lithub)