Careless People: A Cautionary Tale of Power, Greed, and Lost Idealism
Review ★★★★★
I’ve long had concerns about social media, and a particular disdain for Facebook. In many ways, Careless People validated those feelings. It’s the memoir of Sarah Wynn-Williams’ time at Facebook, and it’s excellent—well-written, at times funny, often shocking, and above all, authentic.
You might question the accuracy of her claims, but it’s hard to dismiss them when Zuckerberg reportedly tried to block the book’s promotion via court order. The Verge has covered the backlash, which only adds credibility to her account.
I couldn’t put this book down. I wasn’t surprised by what I read—but I was still appalled. If Careless People prompts more people to delete their Facebook accounts, I’m all for it.
ISBN: 1250391237