Microserfs (link to Book Ninja's earlier posting on this book) is the second book I've read by Coupland. The first I read -- being JPod -- was a real hoot, a real laughter-a-page type of book. In comparaison, I found Microserfs darker in terms of mood.
The only word that currently comes to mind when I think about this book is "randomness". The story is told from the perspective of Daniel Underwood, or "Dan" as he is known by his fellow coders, as he records the events from his days working in Microsoft to when he and his group of friends venture out into the start-up land, and discover relationships as well as a way of balancing their work and personal life.
I didn't rate this book highly as I thought that at the end of the day, it stopped short of being a good read as it didn't leave me with any takeaways. Notwithstanding I think Microserfs remains an "ok" read because it explores the sub-culture of the geek in a fashion that is at times dark, but yet kinda funny. The book also attempts to broach themes like the relationship of technology and humans, how human life has evolved with the advent of technology.
I realise I haven't anything much to say about this book. Hmm...
Geek rating: 3 out of 5
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