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Deanne Stillman

    Deanne Stillman is a widely published, critically acclaimed writer whose narrative nonfiction explores place-based stories of war and peace in the modern and historical West. Her work offers a profound examination of the contradictions inherent in the American dream and the violence that often underpins it. Stillman delves into the unseen fault lines of conflict that shape both the landscape and the souls of her subjects. Her distinctive prose immerses readers in the heart of these complex issues with unflinching honesty.

    American Confidential
    • American Confidential

      Uncovering the Bizarre Story of Lee Harvey Oswald and His Mother

      • 256 pages
      • 9 hours of reading

      Set against the backdrop of the mid-twentieth century Wild West, this noirish narrative explores the complex relationship between a mother and her son as they navigate the aftermath of a monumental historical event. The story delves into the troubled life of an ordinary man and his mother, who played a pivotal role in the assassination of JFK. As a critically acclaimed writer investigates their lives, themes of familial bonds, morality, and the impact of extraordinary actions on everyday existence come to the forefront.

      American Confidential