52 pages • 1 hour read
Eliza GriswoldAmity and Prosperity: One Family and the Fracturing of America
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2018A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
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Eliza Griswold's Amity and Prosperity offers a compelling, well-researched narrative on fracking's impact on a Pennsylvania community. Critics praise its thorough reportage and vivid storytelling but note occasional dense technical explanations. The book balances human interest with investigative journalism, although some readers wished for a broader perspective.
Who Should Read Amity and Prosperity?
Readers who are drawn to investigative journalism and environmental activism will appreciate Amity and Prosperity by Eliza Griswold. Fans of works like The Sixth Extinction by Elizabeth Kolbert and The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloot will find its blend of personal narrative and social issues compelling.
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