On Paradise Drive: How We Live in the Future Tense
After the discussion, scenes of the book fair along the National Mall were shown before Mr. Brooks was interviewed. He responded to questions and comments from telephone callers.
David Brooks talked about his book On Paradise Drive: How We Live Now (And Always Have) in the Future Tense, published by Simon and Schuste… read more
David Brooks talked about his book On Paradise Drive: How We Live Now (And Always Have) in the Future Tense, published by Simon and Schuster. The author discusses the phenomenon of suburbanization in America. He pokes fun at stereotypes and mass culture while analyzing what it means to be an American today. He talked about the elite lifestyle as well as his book Bobos in Paradise. Following his remarks, he responded to questions and comments from members of the audience.
After the discussion, scenes of the book fair along the National Mall were shown before Mr. Brooks was interviewed. He responded to questions and comments from telephone callers. close
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