65 pages • 2 hours read
Kelsey TimmermanWhere am I Wearing?: A Global Tour to the Countries, Factories, and People That Make Our Clothes
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2008A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
Where Am I Wearing? by Kelsey Timmerman follows the author's journey to trace the origins of his clothes, visiting factories in Honduras, Bangladesh, Cambodia, and China. He explores the working conditions, lives, and aspirations of the people who make his clothing, shedding light on the human side of the global apparel industry and emphasizing the need for consumers to be more conscious of their buying choices. The book mentions death by suicide.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Kelsey Timmerman's Where am I Wearing? offers an engaging exploration of global labor practices through the author's journey to trace the origins of his clothes. Reviews commend its accessible writing and thought-provoking narrative, though some critique its superficial analysis and personal focus over systemic issues. Overall, it's an enlightening read that personalizes globalization.
Who Should Read Where am I Wearing??
A reader who enjoys Where am I Wearing? by Kelsey Timmerman is likely curious about global issues, ethical consumerism, and personal narratives. Fans of The Travels of a T-Shirt in the Global Economy or Nickel and Dimed will appreciate this engaging exploration of the human stories behind our clothing.
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16-18yearsBook Details
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