Generations

The Real Differences between Gen Z, Millennials, Gen X, Boomers, and Silents—and What They Mean for America's Future

By: Jean M. Twenge PhD PhD

Narrated by: Madeleine Maby

A groundbreaking, “lavishly informative” (The New York Times) portrait of the six generations that currently live in the United States and how they connect, conflict, and compete with one another—from the acclaimed author of Generation Me and iGen.

Upending the conventional theory that generational differences are caused by major events, Dr. Jean Twenge analyzes data on 39 million people from robust national surveys—some going back nearly a century—to show that changes in technology are the underlying driver of each generation’s unique makeup. In this revelatory work, Twenge outlines key shifts in attitudes and lifestyle choices that define each generation regarding gender, income, politics, race, sexuality, marriage, mental health, and much more.

Surprising, engaging, and informative, Generations “gets you thinking about how appreciating generational differences can, ironically, bring us together” (Angela Duckworth, New York Times bestselling author). It will forever change the way you view your parents, peers, coworkers, and children, no matter which generation you call your own.

Superbly organized and written!

Author Jean M. Twenge PhD utilizes the results of many surveys and studies which include over 39 million people to write this blockbuster book about the generations of US citizens beginning with the Silent Generation (1925 - 1945) the youngest of whom are 77 years old to the Alphas (2013 -2023) the oldest of whom are 10 years old. The audio book is 17 hours long and is supported by a 284 page PDF supplemental of charts and graphs. Realistically, absorbing the information requires a minimum of 50 hours. Generations is superbly organized and written. It is easily the best treatment of the topic available. Ideally Generations is a textbook for a one semester graduate level course.

Whether one wants a deep dive into the information included in Generations or simply to skim the topics for hundreds of interesting facts this book is ideal. It has my highest recommendation.

A must read for team human!

An entertaining data-based survey to enlighten every generation with understanding and empathy. A must read for team human!

Excellent Research!

I’ve been researching and presenting on this topic for decades. Dr. Twenge is the absolute best. I love her data analysis. This book is academic and approachable!

Very insightful

A very insightful and well researched book. I’ve been able to learn and understand more about my own generation as well as the other living generations.

We are all in this together

Great researched information about secrets though polars. I learned why my children and grandchildren are so different from me