Assume the Worst
Assume the Worst – Carl Hiaasen & Roz Chast
Intriguing premise from a formerly premier Florida “sunshine state crazy” storyteller and journalist.
Ever since the “Kurt Vonnegut commencement address” (fact check that one), it’s an intriguing scenario, and the hook for this tiny tome?
“The graduation speech you’ll never hear.”
Good premise.
“Self delusion is no virtue.” Page 14.
Correct.
Packed full of tidbits and individual aphorisms pulled together with a narrative thread, and almost every page is adorned with art from — I know the artist from New Yorker cartoons.
“Assuming the worst is best and most promising course.” Page 32.
Personally, I have hope for humankind. Most days. Some days.
Amusing booklet with a intruiging premise delivered.
Assume the Worst
Cover image is here.
