HoS: The Striking Matt Klinman
House of Strauss
The Striking Matt Klinman and Childhood Confrontation
This chapter discusses a book called 'The Striking Matt Klinman' by Jonathan Rosen, which focuses on the friendship between Rosen and his brilliant friend, Michael Lauter. Lauter, who was once an aspiring writer, developed schizophrenia but still managed to attend Yale Law School. The book also explores a moment from their childhood where Rosen was attacked and Lauter did not defend him. The chapter then transitions to a personal anecdote about the hosts being attacked while high in a drive-through. In this chapter, they recount a story about a confrontation they had with someone while trying to order food. They talk about how they were being physically attacked and their initial reaction to intervene. They describe the fear and confusion they felt during the encounter. The chapter highlights the comedic and terrifying aspects of the situation.
