Can words, poems, books-if used correctly-save the American republic? If you ask the gifted, beautiful Eveline Stahl, the answer is yes, absolutely. For Eveline, literature and words not only connect all things to one another, but they create invisible bands that surround Earth and protect it from harm. Though born far apart-she in 1909, he in 1941-Eveline Stahl and Malcolm Reiner are destined to meet, fall in love, and then to try to save the nation. When? Autumn 1933. Where? Iowa City, Iowa, where both are graduate ...
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Can words, poems, books-if used correctly-save the American republic? If you ask the gifted, beautiful Eveline Stahl, the answer is yes, absolutely. For Eveline, literature and words not only connect all things to one another, but they create invisible bands that surround Earth and protect it from harm. Though born far apart-she in 1909, he in 1941-Eveline Stahl and Malcolm Reiner are destined to meet, fall in love, and then to try to save the nation. When? Autumn 1933. Where? Iowa City, Iowa, where both are graduate students. Their plan? To go on the long walk into September 1947 and West Tree, Minnesota, where they try 1) to forestall the formation of the CIA and the start of the Cold War; 2) thereby to prevent the 1963 assassination of JFK; and thus 3) avoid the long decline of the nation into tyranny-a later and grievous outcome, nevertheless, that is watched, in 2028, from a window of his New York apartment, by an aged, defeated, lonely Malcolm Reiner, after finishing a book-this book-about his beloved and lost Eveline. From prize-winning novelist Eric Larsen, The Book of Reading is a timely, literary, patriotic-and deeply moving-novel.
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Eric Larsen's The Book of Reading marks the conclusion of his Pentology series, blending elements of time travel, romance, conspiracy thriller, and autobiographical nuances. This novel follows the journey of protagonist Malcolm Reiner, who grapples with involuntary time travel, a complex love story, unresolved issues with his abusive father, and the repercussions of his choices. Larsen skillfully intertwines poetry, quantum theory, and everyday experiences in a narrative that impresses with its coherence and meticulous construction.
Reiner, as a character, embodies a realistic portrayal of depression, anxiety, and trauma, offering readers an intimate glimpse into his worldview. Larsen's detailed character construction allows for a resonant and sometimes uncomfortably relatable experience for those familiar with similar struggles. A notable aspect of Larsen's writing is his rich, albeit challenging, vocabulary. Readers less accustomed to such linguistic complexity may find themselves frequently consulting a dictionary. Larsen's use of an advanced vocabulary adds a layer of richness to the narrative, providing an opportunity for readers to deepen their linguistic knowledge. This sophisticated lexicon complements the intricate story, filled with complex themes and quantum theory. This is a rewarding journey for the enthusiastic reader, filled with depth and texture, creating an unforgettable reading experience. Larsen has succeeded in blurring the lines between fiction and reality, crafting a narrative that is at once lifelike and abstract.
The Book of Reading offers a rich and rewarding experience filled with thought-provoking content and a unique storytelling approach. This story stays with readers long after finishing the book and leaves them with questions they can relate to their own lives.
