Bad Haircut: Stories of the Seventies
Bad Haircut: Stories of the Seventies
Fiction | Anthology/Varied Collection | Adult | Published in 1997
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Fiction | Anthology/Varied Collection | Adult | Published in 1997240
Anthology/Varied Collection • Fiction
New Jersey • 1970s
1997
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Bad Haircut: Stories of the Seventies by Tom Perrotta is a collection of connected short stories exploring the life of a young person navigating adolescence in the 1970s. Through stories like "The Weiner Man" and "Wild Kingdom," readers experience the protagonist's humorous and poignant encounters with themes like friendship, family, and self-discovery.
Nostalgic
Humorous
Bittersweet
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Tom Perrotta's Bad Haircut: Stories of the Seventies captures the essence of adolescence with humor and nostalgia. Readers appreciate the vivid portrayal of 1970s suburbia and the relatable, coming-of-age experiences. Some critique it for a lack of depth in certain characters and story arcs, but overall, it's praised for its authenticity and engaging storytelling.
Who Should Read Bad Haircut: Stories of the Seventies?
A reader who enjoys Bad Haircut: Stories of the Seventies by Tom Perrotta would appreciate coming-of-age tales set in suburban America. Fans of nostalgic, character-driven stories like The Wonder Years and books such as The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao would find this collection appealing.
2,346 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
240
Anthology/Varied Collection • Fiction
New Jersey • 1970s
1997
Adult
18+ years
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