The Monocle Companion: Fifty essays for a brighter future

by Monocle, Josh Fehnert (Editor)

The Monocle Companion: Fifty Essays for a Brighter Future is brimming with canny, clever and upbeat ideas – modest, big and world-changing – to improve everything from our daily lives to public discourse and how to solve some thorny problems that the world faces. The second outing of our popular paperback format is packed with knowing nudges, inspiring ideas and positive suggestions for fixing things.

208 pages, Paperback

Published January 1, 2022

Reviews

[Candela Martínez · Rating 3 out of 5]

Some good some meh. A lot of grandioseness in some. A lot of humbleness in other. A nice companion. Felt like going to a party and talking with 20 people and feeling exhausted afterwards but full of ideas, of 'want to be like's' and 'don't want to be like's' .

Waiting on Diana's review :)

[Isabel Liedtke · Rating 3 out of 5]

The Monocle Companion, featuring fifty essays for a brighter future, offers a diverse range of topics that cater to a broad spectrum of interests. While some essays shine with captivating narratives and dense information, others may not resonate as strongly. The book serves as a rich source of "food for thought," providing glimpses into various subjects. However, it concludes somewhat abruptly, lacking an epilogue to tie together the array of ideas presented. I recommend this collection to those with a broad curiosity, seeking a medley of insights and inspiration across different themes.

[Z · Rating 3 out of 5]

Beautifully designed, illustrated and printed.

The essays range from the genuinely interesting to the banal, with very specific political and geographical leanings on display. Could have done with a bit more diversity of every kind, including of opinion, to challenge readers' thinking.

[Chloe Becker · Rating 3 out of 5]

Quick read - good for distracted brain bc every two pages is a different essay about a different topic

[Nicole Marshallsay · Rating 3 out of 5]

I'm a fan of this series. Delightful, fresh and thoughtprovoking pieces from across the spectrum. A joy to read, and something i will revisit in the future.