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From the mesmerizing storyteller (The New Yorker) and author of the bestselling memoir Makes Me Wanna Holler presents a profound novelin the tradition of Tom Wolfes The Bonfire of the Vanities and Zadie Smiths White Teeththat captures the dynamics of class and race in today's urban integrated communities.Barlowe Reed is a single, fortysomething Black American who rents a ramshackle house on Randolph Street in Atlanta, just a stones throw from the historic birth home of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Barlowe, who works as a printer, otherwise passes the time reading and hanging out with other men at the corner store. He shares his home and loner existence with a streetwise, twentysomething nephew who is struggling to get his troubled life back on track.When Sean and Sandy Gilmore, a young white couple, move in next door, Barlowe and Sandy develop a reluctant, complex friendship as they hold probingoften frustratingconversations over the backyard fence.Members of both households, and their neighbors as well, try to go about their business, tending to their homes and jobs. However, fear and suspicion buildand clashes ensuewith each passing day, as more and more new whites move in and make changes and once familiar people and places disappear.Using a blend of superbly developed characters in a story that captures the essence of this countrys struggles with the unsettling realities of gentrification, Nathan McCall has produced a truly great American novel.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Them: A Novel'? A: The main theme of 'Them: A Novel' revolves around the dynamics of class and race in urban integrated communities, particularly focusing on the impact of gentrification.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Them: A Novel'? A: The author of 'Them: A Novel' is Nathan McCall, known for his compelling storytelling and exploration of social issues.
- Q: What type of binding does 'Them: A Novel' have? A: 'Them: A Novel' is available in paperback binding, making it accessible and easy to handle.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Them: A Novel'? A: 'Them: A Novel' contains a total of 368 pages, providing a substantial reading experience.
- Q: When was 'Them: A Novel' published? A: 'Them: A Novel' was published on August 19, 2008.
- Q: Is 'Them: A Novel' suitable for all readers? A: 'Them: A Novel' is categorized under Psychological fiction, which may appeal more to adult readers interested in deep social themes.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: 'Them: A Novel' is sold as a new item, ensuring it is in perfect condition for readers.
- Q: What type of characters can readers expect in 'Them: A Novel'? A: Readers can expect a blend of superbly developed characters that reflect the complexities of urban life and social dynamics.
- Q: Does 'Them: A Novel' include any specific social issues? A: 'Them: A Novel' tackles significant social issues such as gentrification, class struggle, and racial dynamics within communities.
- Q: What makes 'Them: A Novel' a notable read? A: 'Them: A Novel' is considered a great American novel due to its profound exploration of contemporary social issues and engaging narrative.