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Set against the backdrop of the Great Depression, the story follows Liam, an educated man forced into a low-paying job with the Federal Writers' Project in a struggling Oklahoma town. Tasked with documenting rural life for the Library of Congress, he initially aims to bide his time until opportunities arise. However, his encounter with a captivating woman challenges his aspirations and alters the course of his life, leading him to confront unexpected choices and desires amidst the harsh realities of the era.