Sam Lipsyte is celebrated for his distinctive and immersive writing style, often delving into themes of alienation and irony in contemporary life. His works are characterized by sharp wit and a penetrating insight into the human psyche. Lipsyte's mastery in capturing the complexities of human connection and the search for meaning in a chaotic world makes him a remarkable storyteller. His ability to blend raw reality with unexpected poetry has earned him critical acclaim and a devoted readership.
Exploring the complexities of truth and nostalgia, the narrative unfolds through a high school alumni bulletin that reveals unfiltered confessions. Sam Lipsyte's unique storytelling combines humor and originality, drawing praise from notable authors for its wit and engaging style. This novel promises a fresh and thought-provoking take on the past, as it delves into the lives of its characters with both honesty and humor.
Milo Burke, husband to a 'touched-out' wife, father to a three-year-old son, fund-raising officer at a third-tier uniersity, has just joined the swelling ranks of the unemployed. As he grasps after odd jobs to support his family, Milo is contacted by Purdy Stuart, a wealthy, one-time university friend with a sinister agenda.
Presents a collection of stories featuring such characters as a deranged male birth doula, an aerobics instructor trying to save her soul, and a doomsday hustler.
"A darkly comic mystery by the author of Hark and The Ask set in the vibrant music scene of early 1990s New York City"--
A riotous novel of awkward believers, floundering marriages and our maladjusted 21st century, from one of America's sharpest satirists - for fans of Gary Shteyngart, Paul Murray and Larry David