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In 'Waiting for Nothing' and Other Writings, the works of the depressionera writer Tom Kromer are collected for the first time into a volume that depicts with searing realism life on the bum in the 1930s and, with greater detachment, the powerless frustration of workingclass people often too locked in to know their predicament.Waiting for Nothing, Kromer's only completed novel, is largely autobiographical and was written at a Civilian Conservation Corps camp in California. It tells the story of one man drifting through America, east coast to west, main stem to side street, endlessly searching for 'three hots and a flop'food and a place to sleep. Kromer scans, in firstperson voice, the scattered events, the stultifying sameness, of 'life on the vag'the encounters with cops, the window panes that separate hunger and a 'feed,' the bartering with prostitutes and homosexuals.In 'Michael Kohler,' Kromer's unfinished novel, the harsh existence of coal miners in Pennsylvania is told in a committed, political voice that reveals Kromer's developing affinity with leftist writers including Lincoln Steffens and Theodore Dreiser. An exploration of Kromer's proletarian roots, 'Michael Kohler' was to be a political novel, a story of labor unions and the injustices of big management. Kromer's other work ranges from his college days, when he wrote a sarcastic expose of the bums in his hometown titled 'Pity the Poor Panhandler: $2 an Hour Is All He Gets,' to the sensitive pieces of his later lifeshort stories, articles, and book reviews written more out of an aching understanding of suffering than from the slick formulas of politics.Waiting for Nothing remains, however, Kromer's most powerful achievement, a work Steffens called 'realism to the nth degree.' Collected here as the major part of Kromer's oeuvre, Waiting for Nothing traces the author's personal struggle to preserve human virtues and emotions in the face of a brutal and dehumanizing society.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Waiting for Nothing and Other Writings'? A: 'Waiting for Nothing and Other Writings' explores the harsh realities of life during the Great Depression, focusing on the struggles of the working class and the experiences of individuals living on the margins of society.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Waiting for Nothing and Other Writings' is Tom Kromer, a writer known for his poignant depictions of life during the 1930s.
- Q: Is 'Waiting for Nothing' a fictional work or based on real events? A: 'Waiting for Nothing' is largely autobiographical and reflects Tom Kromer's personal experiences during his time in a Civilian Conservation Corps camp.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'Waiting for Nothing and Other Writings' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages are in this book? A: The book contains a total of 312 pages.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: 'Waiting for Nothing and Other Writings' is listed as a 'Used Book in Good Condition', indicating it may show signs of wear but is still readable.
- Q: When was 'Waiting for Nothing and Other Writings' published? A: The book was published on August 5, 2004.
- Q: What genres does this book belong to? A: 'Waiting for Nothing and Other Writings' falls under the Contemporary genre and is particularly relevant to readers interested in historical fiction and social realism.
- Q: Can you provide a brief overview of the contents of the book? A: The book includes 'Waiting for Nothing', Kromer's completed novel, and other writings such as 'Michael Kohler', which reflect on the lives of coal miners and working-class struggles, showcasing Kromer's literary evolution.
- Q: What makes 'Waiting for Nothing' a significant work in American literature? A: 'Waiting for Nothing' is considered a powerful achievement in American literature, recognized for its unflinching realism and insight into the human condition during a time of social upheaval.