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Own a Dog or Raise Children? For Savvy San Franciscans It's a No-Brainer

The Demented Rantings and Ravings of a Deranged Lunatic
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This collection of satirical opinion pieces by Kenneth Jones offers a humourous and often irreverent take on life in San Francisco. Drawing from anecdotes published in the San Francisco Chronicle, Jones explores topics from local politics to the quirks of modern society, all through the lens of a candid baby boomer. The book delivers sharp wit and candid observations, providing a laugh-out-loud experience that is both entertaining and thought-provoking.
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Ideal for readers who enjoy satirical humour, social commentary, and a cheeky perspective on urban life. Those interested in San Francisco culture or looking for a lighthearted but sharp critique of modern society will find this book particularly appealing.

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Discover the way a truly deranged baby boomer sees our current "evolved" society. This book is a laugh out loud page turner that you cannot put down... even when you want to the most.

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This series of satirical opinion pieces features anecdotes published by the San Francisco Chronicle and insights that may not be politically correct or even appropriate. Ken offers a unique perspective on topics ranging from local city politics to everyday events in our current, sometimes deranged civilization.

Discover the way a truly deranged baby boomer sees our current "evolved" society. This book is a laugh out loud page turner that you cannot put down... even when you want to the most.

Own a Dog or Raise Children? For Savvy San Franciscans It's a No-Brainer by Kenneth Jones is a humorous exploration of contemporary societal norms, wrapped in wit and satire.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781667857848

Publisher: BookBaby

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 30 September 2022

Country: United States

Imprint: BookBaby

Illustration: Illustrations

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 17.0mm

Width: 152.0mm

Height: 228.0mm

Weight: 467g

Pages: 296

About the Author

Kenneth Jones grew up in San Francisco attending AP Giannini Elementary School, where he met his future wife, Jane. After graduating from San Francisco State University, he became a mailman in the city where he raised three boys. He loves Giants baseball, 49er football, and the Golden State Warriors. He enjoys writing opinion pieces for the SF Chronicle, taking cruises with his wife, golfing with his best friend Rich, and spending time with his children and grandchildren. He still does not own a computer and barely knows how to operate a cell phone, but he will be the first to tell you to "google that" when a question arises that he cannot answer. He has a wide range of musical taste from classic musicals and Stevland Morris to Gordon Lightfoot and the Beatles.

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