Focusing on American capitalism, this book examines how the system's inherent avoidance of labor contributes to widespread human struggle and suffering. It delves into the paradox of labor—both detested and desired—highlighting the societal implications of a system designed to evade work. Through this lens, it critiques the historical and ongoing impact of capitalism on individual lives and collective well-being.
This is a story of evil that plays an integral role in a small town's transformation from a peaceful place to a terrifyingly selfish and corrupt town, only to be saved by the courage and honesty of a boy, Michael Brown, who draws his strength from the motto "Liberty and Justice for All." The town is saved from the Green Palm Way of Life by the young hero, but the shadow of evil lingers on in the reader's mind long after the story is over. The town's transformation is an allegorical tale of how America itself has lost its innocence as viewed by young Mikey who, along with the help of some of the town's people who refuse to succumb to the Green Palm Way, stands by the notions of liberty and justice for all and resists the encroaching forces of human nature that threatens the very foundations of humanity and American ideals.
Hidden Ironies, Contradictions, Illusions, and Delusions, Paradoxes, Dilemmas, and Absurdities in American Life
Exploring the complexities of American life, the book delves into the contrasting realities that exist within the nation. It highlights the hidden layers of how people live, work, and die, suggesting that there are two distinct Americas—one familiar and the other largely unrecognized. Through insightful analysis, Huer reveals the often-overlooked aspects of American society, encouraging readers to confront the alien elements of their own culture.
The narrative follows a boy who faces unimaginable hardships, including the torture of his father during the Korean War and abandonment by his stepmother. Despite enduring a lonely and labor-intensive adolescence, he clings to hope and idealism. Now a professor emeritus at the University of Maryland, he recounts his childhood as an epic survival story, showcasing the resilience of the human spirit. His experiences serve as both a gripping tale and an inspiring testament to enduring hope amidst adversity.
The book explains how America's consumer capitalism created a generation of mindless citizens, steeped in the ever-present rounds of entertainment and distraction, who found their leader in Donald Trump. Riding the wave of white populism, Trump challenges Corporate America and its entrenched control of the American Masses.