Calhoun's reflections on his time in ISW make you feel as though you are ringside, experiencing it with him. His insightful social commentary adds an unexpected dimension as well, enlightening outsiders to San Francisco's rich history and extremely unique culture. He manages to portray the sheer ridiculousness of ISW without ever coming across as ridiculous himself, weaving it all together with his great sense of self-deprecating humour and downright disbelief.