In the novel A Visit From the Goon Squad by Jennifer Egan, which follows the lives of numerous individuals of varying ages over a roughly 50-year timeframe, there is no profound character development to speak of. The characters’ actions appeal to no higher moral standards, and the reader knows little Read more…
So, it’s kind of like this: You go see a short film called, “The Car Crash.” The synopsis says, “In this film, a car will crash, and as a result, the driver will never walk again.” With some morbid curiosity, you go in. The film begins with the driver leaving Read more…
In troubled days when the future of our world seemingly dangles between the forces fighting for freedom versus the possibility of nuclear extinction I might impulsively keep myself busy with jazz and liquor to avoid over-thinking about the current state of affairs we live under. However, these entertainments cannot null Read more…