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Book Synopsis: In a dazzlingly original work of nonfiction, the two time Pulitzer-Prize winning author of The Underground Railroad and The Nickel Boys recreates the exuberance, the chaos, the promise, and the heartbreak of New York. Here is a literary love song that will entrance anyone who has lived in—or spent time—in the greatest of American cities. A masterful evocation of the city that never sleeps, The Colossus of New York captures the city’s inner and outer landscapes in a series of vignettes, meditations, and personal memories. Colson Whitehead conveys with almost uncanny immediacy the feelings and thoughts of longtime residents and of newcomers who dream of making it their home; of those who have conquered its challenges; and of those who struggle against its cruelties. Whitehead’s style is as multilayered and multifarious as New York itself: Switching from third person, to first person, to second person, he weaves individual voices into a jazzy musical composition that perfectly reflects the way we experience the city. There is a funny, knowing riff on what it feels like to arrive in New York for the first time; a lyrical meditation on how the city is transformed by an unexpected rain shower; and a wry look at the ferocious battle that is commuting. The plaintive notes of the lonely and dispossessed resound in one passage, while another captures those magical moments when the city seems to be talking directly to you, inviting you to become one with its rhythms. The Colossus of New York is a remarkable portrait of life in the big city. Ambitious in scope, gemlike in its details, it is at once an unparalleled tribute to New York and the ideal introduction to one of the most exciting writers working today. Look for Colson Whitehead’s new novel, Crook Manifesto, coming soon!
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Experience the vibrant pulse of New York City like never before in Colson Whitehead's remarkable masterpiece, The Colossus of New York. As a two-time Pulitzer-Prize winner, Whitehead effortlessly captures the essence of this iconic city in a series of vivid vignettes, taking you on a captivating journey through its exuberance, chaos, promise, and heartbreak.
Step into the pages of this literary love song to New York and let yourself be enchanted by the city's inner and outer landscapes. Whitehead's unique writing style, switching seamlessly between perspectives, immerses you in the thoughts and emotions of longtime residents and aspiring newcomers alike. Through his multi-layered storytelling, you'll witness the triumphs of those who have conquered the challenges of New York and the resilience of those who strive against its cruelties.
Whether you're a native New Yorker or a wide-eyed visitor, The Colossus of New York offers a symphony of voices that resonate with the city's rhythm. You'll feel the exhilaration of arriving in New York for the first time, the transformative power of an unexpected rain shower, and the bittersweet reality of daily commuting. Through Whitehead's powerful prose, you'll hear the plaintive notes of the lonely and dispossessed and share in the moments of pure magic when the city seems to speak directly to you.
Prepare yourself for a reading experience that is as ambitious as the city itself. The Colossus of New York is a gem of a book, intricately detailing the beautiful complexities that make this metropolis one of a kind. With every turn of the page, you'll discover a new facet of New York's soul, making it the perfect introduction to the incredible literary talent of Colson Whitehead.
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