About “Up in the Air”
Ryan Bingham works as a Career Transition Counselor, a job that involves firing people. He has spent years traveling constantly, finding comfort in the routine of air travel, hotel stays, and a uniform wardrobe. He is close to achieving his goal of one million frequent flier miles, which would grant him freedom from his job. He has also submitted a letter of resignation and is preparing for a new position with a mysterious consulting firm. However, his journey takes a turn as the novel explores the emotional and psychological effects of a rootless life. Up in the Air is a 2001 novel by American author Walter Kirn that offers sharp observations on modern life and the costs of constant mobility.
Praise for “Up in the Air”
“A dead-on, wry portrait of the life of the road warrior.”
“[A] hilarious, often ingenious ode to America.. . . . Whip smart yet entertaining enough to rival anything from John Grisham.”
“Kirn’s style is as bright and metallic as the shiny skin of a jet airplane. But his underlying point is refreshingly down to earth.”
Book details
- Published
- 2002
- Latest edition
- 2002 · ISBN 9781400033249
- ISBN
- 9780385722377
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| Cover | Edition | Year | ISBN | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Up in the Air | 2002 | 9781400033249 | Buy on Amazon |
 | Up in the Air | 2002 | 9780385722377 | Buy on Amazon |
 | Up in the air | 2001 | 0385497105 | Buy on Amazon |
Frequently asked questions
How many pages is Up in the Air?
Up in the Air by Walter Kirn has 320 pages.
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