I love Gary Shteyngart, but his much-praised cruise ship article is shooting ducks in a barrel. At best, sophomoric former Soviet borscht belt humor. At worst, every cliche about the disdain cool people have for cruise ships. Me, I hated the one cruise ship excursion I’ve been on. But Gary’s contempt prior to investigation neuters most of his obvious insights.
I love Gary Shteyngart, but his much-praised cruise ship article is shooting ducks in a barrel. At best, sophomoric former Soviet borscht belt humor. At worst, every cliche about the disdain cool people have for cruise ships. Me, I hated the one cruise ship excursion I’ve been on. But Gary’s contempt prior to investigation neuters most of his obvious insights.
Thanks, Wayne. I always appreciate and value your insights.
Thanks, I knew you’d provide a safe space for me to vent!