sdogood reviewed Snark: a polemic in seven fits by David Denby
Review of 'Snark' on 'Goodreads'
3 stars
Denby's topic is the popularity of snide insulting remarks, especially by people who claim membership in an in-group, which empowers and entitles them. These practices do not lead to healthy debate or other worthwhile outcomes. They tend to create a culture of conformists fearful of having personal idiosyncrasies or an identity beyond what the hip in-group allows. This is a thoughtful book that seeks to improve public discourse.