Was my friend living out a drama? I'm sure it was all fantasy how he had an MA with University experience and yet was on a part time contract at a college. He should write a play about it. It's not that easy to walk into a job and command a high salary. Many University jobs are declining in conditions and they don't demand permanent faculty. They expect you to adhere to their system and if you play ball they might throw a biscuit your way. For many lecturers, they are on part time conditions and it's not the easiest job the best of times. He went to the Middle East and does very well now.

This isn't about me or him though and what I want or can do is not related to the difficulties many graduates face. They deserve better and they do not deserve to be bank slaves with degrees that don't really help them get ahead. English literature is good for little more than becoming an English teacher or a writer, but the former are treated harshly and the latter is like trying to win the lottery. The other option is Asda. What is one to do with anthropology? Time travel?

It is negative, but these are trying times for many. If things were better I would say as much. I just don't see the point in sugar coating things for young people. They deserve better.