hare_in_the_garden's reviews
75 reviews

It was fun. Ideal for short reading sessions with references to follow up if you wanted a deep dive about a specific one. 

I did finish this but parallel read with original Dutch and skimmed a lot of it. 

Lots of information but ultimately a bit too sentimental for my taste.

Interesting and important ideas explained in an accessable way.

It was interesting and informative about different types of protest action, outlining their strengths and weaknesses. There were also some interesting things about bridging divides between different groups. However, I struggled with the author's confidence in the effectiveness of his ideas, particularly when discussing the number of people required to drive change. Unfortunately, some arguments felt simplistic and a bit naïve. I hesitate to be too critical, though, because the author is an activist who has driven real, positive change—something I can’t claim for myself. What do I know? 

I've loved this book since I was a kid, and it still holds up when I re-read it now. Westall's writing has always stood out to me, and this is my favorite of his books.

A few warnings for those considering reading it: If you need to like the characters to enjoy a story, this might not be for you. Every character in this book is flawed, including the main character/ narrator. Also, if you prefer characters who align with modern sensibilities, this one may not suit you (I would however encourage you to get outside your comfort zone). 

Very informative and detailed.