Title: Slouching Towards Bethlehem by Joan Didion

Category: Literature

Synopsis: "Slouching Towards Bethlehem," Joan Didion's 1968 essay collection, explores life in California during the 1960s, particularly focusing on the counterculture and its complexities. The title essay contrasts Didion's observations of the San Francisco hippie scene with idealized portrayals, revealing a darker, more fragmented reality. The essays explore various themes, including the decline of traditional values, the impact of the counterculture, and the experiences of individuals caught in its whirlwind.