'Notorious RBG' is the work of Irin Carmon and Shana Knizhnik, and honestly, it's a match made in
heaven. Carmon's journalistic rigor pairs brilliantly with Knizhnik's internet-savvy fandom, creating a book that's both informative and wildly
Entertaining. I picked it up thinking I'd skim through, but ended up reading it cover to cover in a weekend. The way they trace RBG's journey from
brooklyn to the Supreme Court is so engaging—it reads like a novel at times, especially when detailing her early struggles against sexism in law school. The little touches, like her husband Marty's unwavering support, add such warmth to the story.
What I appreciate most is how the book contextualizes her impact. It's not just about her legal victories; it's about how she became a symbol for
generations of women. The chapter on her friendship with Scalia, of all people, is a hilarious and poignant reminder that respect can
Cross ideological lines. And the 'RBG workout' memes? Gold. This isn't your typical
dry biography—it's
a love letter with footnotes.