Who am I? What do I want to do with my life? Why be in a relationship? These are just a few of the questions today's young adults grapple with every day. The Dawn of Generation Why explores these timely questions that touch every aspect of the young adult experience. Isaiah B. Pickens uses his perspective as a young adult to explore how timeless issues - such as developing a secure personal identity, reaching one's dreams, and connecting with others - are understood in today's ever-changing world. Using questions, poems, and stories, The Dawn of Generation Why prompts young adults to think about issues that are easy to overlook, but can shed light on some of life's toughest decisions.