America: A Prophecy: The Sparrow Reader (Sparrow Reader (Soft Skull Press))

America: A Prophecy: The Sparrow Reader by Sparrow is a collection published by Soft Skull Press in 2005, featuring 200 pages in English. This work presents a humorous and insightful exploration of the United States, blending elements of spirituality and satire. The author, known for his unique perspective, offers a fresh lens on the nation’s political landscape and cultural identity through a series of engaging narratives.
Readers will find a mix of wit and wisdom as Sparrow reflects on various aspects of American life, from the significance of urban landmarks to broader themes of politics and spirituality. This edition invites readers to consider the complexities of a country at a crossroads, showcasing the author’s distinctive voice as a poet and comedian. The book’s exploration of topics related to politics and government provides a thought-provoking commentary on contemporary issues.
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America: A Prophecy is the long awaited collection from the writer Robert Christgau called, “one of the funniest men in Manhattan.” From a hilarious spiritual guide to New York Citywritten after Sparrow tried meditating at a dozen high-traffic landmarksto the scientific and religious significance of the sky, Sparrow’s unique blend of wit and wisdom gives readers a whole new way of seeing our country at the crossroads. The author of Republican Like Me, Sparrow challenged Bob Dole for the presidential nomination in 1996 and, remarkably, lost. America: A Prophecy is his follow up, a fantastical look at a country in flux by a mischievous poet and iconoclastic comedian.
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