Ben Marcus's books The Age of Wire and String and Notable American Women were considered "experimental" fiction because of his unconventional use of...
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This book is a modern classic---incredible father and son story set against September 11 2001 backdrop. Iranians are explored in a way I haven't seen. They are right to compare her to Zadie Smith. She has the wit and expertise of Smith, but often a poignancy much deeper and more resonant. This book kills in a way I haven't read in a while.
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jeriking, July 29, 2007
This book is a modern classic---incredible father and son story set against September 11 2001 backdrop. Iranians are explored in a way I haven't seen. They are right to compare her to Zadie Smith. She has the wit and expertise of Smith, but often a poignancy much deeper and more resonant. This book kills in a way I haven't read in a while.(6 of 8 readers found this comment helpful)