A eulogy for a “bright future”

Abstract

Purpose

This poem aims to present a reflection on the bigger picture of how powerless people are in reality to safeguard their own futures.

Design/methodology/approach

It is a fictional poem.

Findings

The poet considers how outside forces devalue the traditional approaches people have taken towards trying to insulate themselves from life's storms.

Originality/value

This is a unique attempt to look at how people are given a false sense of security regarding the methods people should adopt to safeguard themselves and their families against financial ruin.

Citation

L'Huillier, B. (2012), "A eulogy for a “bright future”", Accounting, Auditing & Accountability Journal, Vol. 25 No. 3, pp. 574-575. https://doi.org/10.1108/09513571211209662