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A New York Times Editors Choicenamed A Best Book Of 2018 By Bookforum, Nylon, Esquire, And Vulture'This Artful And Autumnal Novel, Published In High Summer, Is A Gift To Those Who Wish To Receive It.'Dwight Garner, The New York Times'Hilarious, Heartbreaking . . . A Terrible Country May Be One Of The Best Books Youll Read This Year.'Ann Levin, Associated Press'The Funniest Work Of Fiction Ive Read This Year.'Christian Lorentzen, Vulture.Coma Literary Triumph About Russia, Family, Love, And Loyaltythe First Novel In Ten Years From A Founding Editor Of N+1 And Author Of All The Sad Young Literary Menwhen Andrei Kaplan
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'A Terrible Country: A Novel'? A: The main theme of 'A Terrible Country' revolves around the complexities of identity, exile, family, and loyalty, set against the backdrop of contemporary Russia and America.
- Q: Who is the author of 'A Terrible Country'? A: The author of 'A Terrible Country' is Keith Gessen, a founding editor of n+1 and an accomplished novelist.
- Q: What are the key elements of the plot? A: The plot follows Andrei Kaplan, who returns to Moscow to care for his grandmother while grappling with his life choices, cultural dislocation, and political engagement.
- Q: Is 'A Terrible Country' suitable for readers interested in Russian history? A: Yes, 'A Terrible Country' offers insights into Russian society, its political landscape, and the personal impacts of its historical transformations.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'A Terrible Country'? A: 'A Terrible Country' was published on July 10, 2018.
- Q: What is the format of 'A Terrible Country'? A: 'A Terrible Country' is available in hardcover format.
- Q: How many pages does 'A Terrible Country' have? A: 'A Terrible Country' consists of 352 pages.
- Q: What type of readers would enjoy this novel? A: Readers who appreciate literary fiction, explorations of cultural identity, and humorous yet poignant narratives about family and belonging will enjoy this novel.
- Q: Is this book part of a series? A: 'A Terrible Country' is a standalone novel and not part of a series.
- Q: What is the significance of the title 'A Terrible Country'? A: The title reflects the protagonist's complex feelings about his homeland, encapsulating both love and criticism of Russia.