A review by erboe501
The Almost Nearly Perfect People: Behind the Myth of the Scandinavian Utopia by Michael Booth

4.0

Booth manages to pull off a book that informs and entertains. He packs in a lot of history, background, and first-hand observation of the Scandinavian countries. He also lightens everything with his dry British humor (which I enjoyed, for the most part). Country by country, he shares the wonders of the Scandinavian utopia, as well as the less than exemplary aspects. I feel like I understand what makes each country unique and separate from the others. After listening to this book, I feel like I know more about the Nordic North, and I can't decide if that knowledge makes me want to move there or steer clear. Regardless, I definitely want to visit!