Boomerang: Travels in the New Third World
by Michael Lewis, Nonfiction – Business (Released October, 2011)
Bottom Line: Read it.
Summary: Lewis explains the European debt crisis by focusing on the culture and social norms of Greece, Ireland, Iceland, Germany, and, because it has striking similarities to these European countries, the state of California.
My Thoughts: Who would have thought a book about the European debt crisis could be funny? Lewis’ social commentary on how each country’s culture brought about its downfall is hilarious and makes Boomerang appealing even to those who aren’t remotely interested in finance. Boomerang entertained me from start to finish, but also left me more educated in the end. It’s on my All-Time Favorites, Book Club Recommendations, Books for Guys, and Business Books lists – I know, it made lots of lists, but it deserves to be on them all!