Terry Southern was a pivotal American literary figure, renowned for his distinctive satirical style that left an indelible mark on multiple generations. His work, often dark and absurdist, delves into societal absurdities with a sharp, biting wit. Southern was not merely a writer but also an influential screenwriter whose contributions helped shape the independent film movement. His keen ability to capture the essence of an era and human nature solidifies his legacy as an unforgettable author.
"Guy Grand is the last of the big spenders, an eccentric billionaire determined to create disorder and willing to pay anything to prove his theory that there is nothing so degrading that someone won't do it for money. Guy Grand leads a life full of madcap schemes and practical jokes, all showing that everyone has their price and that he is willing to pay it."--Back cover.
In Texas during the 1950s, twelve-year-old Harold Stevens spends his summer catfishing and hunting with his closest friend C.K., a twenty-three-year-old Black man who introduces Harold to Old Nail--an ex-con involved in deadly rituals