The Rooster Trapped in the Reptile Room: A Barry Gifford Reader

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Exploring themes of race, religion, and politics, this collection features excerpts from all thirteen of Barry Gifford's novels and novellas, alongside essays, poetry, journalism, and a new interview. The work presents an episodic view of Gifford's distinctive human comedy, showcasing a cast of eccentric characters and bizarre events. Lula, a central figure, encapsulates the essence of this world as "wild at heart and weird on top," offering readers a glimpse into the author's unique narrative style and perspective.