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Book Synopsis: This celebrated collection of essays from the author of Infinite Jest is "brilliantly entertaining...Consider the Lobster proves once more why Wallace should be regarded as this generation's best comic writer" (Cleveland Plain Dealer). Do lobsters feel pain? Did Franz Kafka have a funny bone? What is John Updike's deal, anyway? And what happens when adult video starlets meet their fans in person? David Foster Wallace answers these questions and more in essays that are also enthralling narrative adventures. Whether covering the three-ring circus of John McCain's 2000 presidential race, plunging into the wars between dictionary writers, or confronting the World's Largest Lobster Cooker at the annual Maine Lobster Festival, Wallace projects a quality of thought that is uniquely his and a voice as powerful and distinct as any in American letters.
“Wallace can do sad, funny, silly, heartbreaking, and absurd with equal ease; he can even do them all at once.” --Michiko Kakutani, New York Times
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Indulge in the brilliant and entertaining collection of essays in Consider the Lobster and Other Essays. Written by the genius wordsmith David Foster Wallace, this book is a must-have for anyone who appreciates impeccable storytelling and razor-sharp wit. From exploring the fascinating question of whether lobsters feel pain to unraveling the mysteries behind renowned authors like Franz Kafka and John Updike, Wallace takes readers on a captivating and thought-provoking journey. Don't miss out on the opportunity to delve into the mind of this generation's best comic writer.
Immerse yourself in the mesmerizing narrative adventures that await you in Consider the Lobster and Other Essays. You'll be enthralled as Wallace skillfully weaves together intriguing tales from different walks of life. Witness his unforgettable encounters with adult video starlets and their fans, relive the chaotic drama of John McCain's presidential race, and delve into the wars waged by dictionary writers. Wallace's writing possesses a quality of thought that is unparalleled, making him a voice as powerful and distinct as any in American literature. Prepare to be amazed by his ability to effortlessly evoke emotions ranging from sadness and absurdity to humor and heartbreak, often all at once.
Don't let this literary masterpiece pass you by. Critics rave about David Foster Wallace's talent for delivering stories that are both profound and entertaining. The New York Times' Michiko Kakutani praises Wallace's ability to navigate through a wide spectrum of emotions with equal ease, making it impossible to put down Consider the Lobster and Other Essays. Don't wait any longer to experience firsthand the exceptional storytelling of this generation-defining writer. Click here to make this remarkable book yours.
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