I Finally Bought Some Jordans: Essays — Michael Arceneaux audiobook
I Finally Bought Some Jordans: Essays is an unabridged English audiobook by Michael Arceneaux, narrated by the author. Its essays explore race, class, sexuality, work, dating, identity and the choices around returning home or seeking opportunity elsewhere, with a comic voice described in the listing.
At a glance
- A collection of essays about speaking up in a noisy, changing world.
- Topics include race, class, sexuality, labour, debt, dating, Black creatives and the pull of home.
- The author also narrates the unabridged recording.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Author narration keeps the writer's voice at the centre of the listening experience.
- At 5 hours and 55 minutes, the stated runtime offers a defined, relatively compact listen.
- The listed subjects span personal experiences and broader social questions.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Format | Audiobook |
|---|---|
| Version | Unabridged |
| Listening length | 5 hours and 55 minutes |
| Language | English |
| Publication date | 12 Mar. 2024 |
| Author | Michael Arceneaux |
|---|---|
| Narrator | Michael Arceneaux |
| Publisher | HarperOne |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Listeners looking for funny personal essays on identity, dating and social change.
- Readers of Michael Arceneaux who want to hear this collection narrated by its author.
- Those interested in essays on Black creatives, work, debt and belonging.
Less suited to
- Listeners seeking fiction or a subject-focused guide rather than personal essays.
- Anyone who specifically needs a print or ebook edition, since this listing describes an audiobook.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
71% 71% - 4 stars
19% 19% - 3 stars
7% 7% - 2 stars
0% 0% - 1 star
3% 3%
Aggregate ratings lean positive, with most ratings in the five-star category, but a smaller share are lower. Without written feedback, the scores do not show what listeners praised or criticised. They offer limited guidance on whether Arceneaux's comic essay style and choice of subjects will suit an individual listener.
Frequently asked questions
Who wrote and narrates I Finally Bought Some Jordans: Essays?
The listing names Michael Arceneaux as both author and narrator.
How long is the audiobook?
The listed listening length is 5 hours and 55 minutes.
What subjects do the essays cover?
The description mentions race, class, sexuality, labour, debt, dating, opportunities for Black creatives and the idea of returning home.
Is this an abridged recording?
No. The listing identifies the version as unabridged.
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