The Funeral Makers
The Funeral Makers by Cathie Pelletier, published by Simon and Schuster on May 6, 1997, is a work of literary fiction comprising 256 pages. This novel introduces readers to the quirky residents of Mattagash, Maine, a seemingly mundane town that becomes the center of scandal, seduction, and mayhem, including the unique occurrence of the only recorded case of beriberi in North America.
In this edition, readers will encounter a narrative filled with unexpected twists and a cast of eccentric characters navigating the complexities of small-town life. The story explores themes of blackmail and community dynamics, presenting a vivid portrayal of life in a town where the ordinary becomes extraordinary. Pelletier’s writing combines a poetic sensibility with a humorous take on the absurdities of human behavior, making this book a distinctive addition to the literary landscape.
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Meet the residents of Mattagash, Maine, a dull backwater town rocked by scandal, seduction, mayhem, blackmail, and the only recorded case of beriberi on the entire North American continent! One of the most highly acclaimed debuts in the last decade, “The Funeral Makers” is “a crazy rollicking whoop of a book, written with a poet’s sensibility and a deeply wacky down-home wisdom” (Lee Smith, author of “Oral History.” )
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