In this distinctive collection of thirty-nine short stories,
author David H. Brandin mixes satire and political incorrectness
with startling story-line twists in the tradition of O. Henry.
Divided into four parts, The Earthquake Prophet combines modern
history, fantasy, and current events to deliver a treasure trove of
prose. Brandin delves into a variety of subjects that range from
earthquake prediction and World War II to the hot political topics
of today such as global warming, sanctuary cities, and TSA's no- y
lists.
With wit and his own unique brand of humor, Brandin o ers an
interesting explanation for the collapse of the American economic
system; deftly describes the inanity of professional politicians;
exposes corruption in the judicial system; and skewers high-stakes
issues in national security. Stories also explore how the ordinary
can turn extraordinary. Scuba diving takes a strange turn, a piano
lesson lapses into terror, and an unusual Texas slot machine
creates quite the controversy.
Blending political, historical, and general ction with tales of
science ction and fantasy, "The Earthquake Prophet" promises a
fascinating literary adventure.
General
Imprint: |
Iuniverse, Inc.
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Country of origin: |
United States |
Release date: |
July 2011 |
First published: |
July 2011 |
Authors: |
David H. Brandin
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Dimensions: |
229 x 152 x 17mm (L x W x T) |
Format: |
Paperback - Trade
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Pages: |
300 |
ISBN-13: |
978-1-4620-3254-9 |
Categories: |
Books >
Fiction >
Special features >
Short stories
Promotions
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LSN: |
1-4620-3254-0 |
Barcode: |
9781462032549 |
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