“Who is Government? The Untold Story of Public Service” is a book edited by Michael Lewis, featuring essays by various authors. The book challenges the negative connotations of “bureaucrat” by providing deep insights into the roles, responsibilities, and general humanity of government workers across seven different agencies.
I really enjoyed the level of depth the authors gave about each person, and how there was a balance of historical context to organizations, modern impact on everyday people, and personal connection to the employees. As with any book by several authors, I preferred some writing styles over others, but the heart of the book is still worth reading.
Three words that describe this book: Educational, blended writing
You might want to pick this book up if: You want to learn what your government does for you!
-Anonymous
This reader review was submitted as part of Adult Summer Reading. We will continue to share them throughout the year.
