Personal Response To 'The Mall' By Alan Brinkley

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The Mall Personal Response In “The Mall”, Alan Brinkley discusses the growth and popularity of malls and shopping centers internationally over time. Brinkley talks about shopping districts and how they were a community shopping and entertainment center for diverse families and teens to enjoy themselves. Although the first mall opened in 1924, this statement is still true to many people ‘til this day. Throughout high school, my friends and I would hang out at the mall and eat at the food court. The author states malls are to appeal to women and it seems to be true. I myself like to go to malls that have a variety of stores and places that look more appealing. As I read “The Mall”, the author also brings to our attention that mall security would