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Equal parts speculative and satirical, the stories in Why Visit America form an exegesis of our current political predicament, while offering an eloquent plea for connection and hope.The citizens of Plainfield, Texas, have had it with the brokedown United States. So they vote to secede, rename themselves America in memory of their former country, and happily set themselves up to receive tourists from their closest neighbor: America. Couldnt happen? Well, it might, and so it goes in the thirteen stories in Matthew Bakers brilliantly illuminating, incisive, and heartbreaking collection Why Visit America.The book opens with a seemingly traditional story in which the speculative element is extremely minimalthe narrator has a job that doesnt actually exista story that wouldnt seem much out of place in a collection of literary realism. From there the stories get progressively stranger: a young man breaks the news to his family that he is going to transitionfrom an analog body to a digital existence. A young woman abducts a childher ownfrom a governmentrun childcare facility. A man returns home after committing a great crime, his sentence being that his memoryhis entire lifeis wiped clean.As the book moves from universe to universe, the stories cross between different American genres: from bildungsroman to rom com, western to dystopian, including fantasy, horror, erotica, and a noir detective mystery. Read together, these paralleluniverse stories create a composite portrait of the true nature of the United States and a Through the LookingGlass reflection of who we are as a country.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Why Visit America: Stories'? A: The main theme of 'Why Visit America: Stories' revolves around a speculative and satirical exploration of America's political landscape, coupled with a plea for connection and hope amidst societal challenges.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Why Visit America: Stories'? A: The author of 'Why Visit America: Stories' is Matthew Baker.
- Q: What genres are included in this collection of stories? A: This collection includes a variety of genres such as bildungsroman, romantic comedy, western, dystopian fiction, fantasy, horror, erotica, and noir detective mystery.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Why Visit America: Stories'? A: The book contains 368 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The binding type of 'Why Visit America: Stories' is hardcover.
- Q: When was 'Why Visit America: Stories' published? A: The book was published on August 4, 2020.
- Q: Is 'Why Visit America: Stories' available in other formats? A: The details provided do not specify other formats, but hardcover is the mentioned format. Check with the retailer for availability in digital or paperback formats.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as 'New'.
- Q: What kind of stories can readers expect from this collection? A: Readers can expect a mix of speculative and realistic narratives that challenge conventional storytelling, exploring themes of identity, memory, and societal issues.
- Q: Is 'Why Visit America: Stories' suitable for all readers? A: Given its exploration of complex themes and genres, readers looking for thought-provoking literature may find it particularly appealing, while it may not suit those preferring straightforward narratives.