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Regional U.S. - Walter Benjamin at the Dairy Queen: Reflections on Sixty and Beyond

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Book Synopsis: In a lucid, brilliant work of nonfiction, Larry McMurtry has written a family portrait that also serves as a larger portrait of Texas itself, as it was and as it has become.Using an essay by the German literary critic Walter Benjamin that he first read in Archer City's Dairy Queen, McMurtry examines the small town way of life that big oil and big ranching have nearly destroyed. He praises the virtues of everything from a lime Dr. Pepper to the lost art of oral storytelling, and describes the brutal effect of the sheer vastness and emptiness of the Texas landscape on Texans, the decline of the cowboy, and the reality and the myth of the frontier.  McMurtry writes frankly and with deep feeling about his own experiences as a writer, a parent, and a heart patient, and he deftly lays bare the raw material that helped shape his life's work: the creation of a vast, ambitious, fictional panorama of Texas in the past and the present. Throughout, McMurtry leaves his readers with constant reminders of his all-encompassing, boundless love of literature and books.

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Discover the captivating world of Texas through the eyes of Larry McMurtry in "Walter Benjamin at the Dairy Queen: Reflections on Sixty and Beyond." This poignant nonfiction work beautifully captures the essence of small-town life in Texas and the profound impact of big oil and ranching on its landscape. Let McMurtry take you on a journey through the rich history and cultural tapestry of the Lone Star State.

From savoring a refreshing lime Dr. Pepper to diving into the fading tradition of oral storytelling, this book immerses you in the beauty of Texas heritage. Experience the harsh beauty of the vast Texas landscape and the intimate struggles of its inhabitants, beautifully narrated by McMurtry with a blend of honesty, wisdom, and heart.

Feel the pulse of Texas history beating through the pages as McMurtry delves into his personal reflections as a writer, parent, and heart patient. Explore the trials and triumphs that have molded his literary masterpiece, painting a vivid and heartfelt portrait of Texas past and present. Delve into a profound love for literature that resonates throughout this remarkable work.

Embark on an unforgettable literary journey with "Walter Benjamin at the Dairy Queen" and delve into the soul of Texas like never before. Let Larry McMurtry's evocative prose and insightful reflections engulf you in a world where every word is a brushstroke on the canvas of Texas history.

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