A Hologram for the King, by Dave Eggers

[David]

This week we are talking about A Hologram for the King, by Dave Eggers. This novel tells the story about a businessman and his family and his struggle with the context of the global economy. We witness the protagonist struggle to stave off foreclosure, pay his daughter's college tuition and try to lead a fulfilling life despite the global economy's consequences on his quality of life and choices.

This novel, in one way represents, our collective futures. With the current economic crises around the world this novel is provocative about the institution of family to stay above the economy's harsh realities.

As educators, family members, and/or citizens Eggers engages us in thinking about our own economic situations that clearly effect our future generations.The power of class and the economy to reproduce inequalities and effect our lives is real. What are your stories experiencing the power of the global-economy?

Best, David