Buzzfeed called; they've got a list for you. In all seriousness, this type of writing - sprawling as you call it - is important. It lets the reader come away w

Buzzfeed called; they've got a list for you. In all seriousness, this type of writing - sprawling as you call it - is important. It lets the reader come away with a sense of the nuances of the situation, instead of a bullet point abstract that leads to misunderstandings and overlooked issues. This type of writing - commonly called "the essay" - is important precisely because it does take time to read it. Its meant to teach you something, not just give you a little factoid you can regurgitate throughout the day.