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Set against the backdrop of Washington, D.C., the story follows Minneapolis writer Samuel Meckler as he attempts to craft a long poem amidst the tumult of the Trump presidency. Working as a waiter at an upscale restaurant, he engages with a diverse array of political figures and citizens, providing him with unique insights into American politics. His life intertwines with the COVID-19 pandemic, economic challenges, and social upheaval, culminating in a quest for a new American narrative filled with idealism in a time of widespread cynicism.
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A Firm State of Heart, Bob Gilbert
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- Released
- 2024
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- Title
- A Firm State of Heart
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Bob Gilbert
- Publisher
- Calumet Editions
- Released
- 2024
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 254
- ISBN13
- 9781962834087
- Series
- Description
- Set against the backdrop of Washington, D.C., the story follows Minneapolis writer Samuel Meckler as he attempts to craft a long poem amidst the tumult of the Trump presidency. Working as a waiter at an upscale restaurant, he engages with a diverse array of political figures and citizens, providing him with unique insights into American politics. His life intertwines with the COVID-19 pandemic, economic challenges, and social upheaval, culminating in a quest for a new American narrative filled with idealism in a time of widespread cynicism.