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Minnesota Strip
Edité par
Worldwide Library, 1988
ISBN 10 : 0373970935
ISBN 13 : 9780373970933
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Vendeur : Redux Books, Grand Rapids, MI, Etats-Unis
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Paperback. Etat : Good. Paperback. Pages are clean and unmarked. Covers show light edge wear. Previous owners name on end paper.; 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed! Ships same or next business day! N° de réf. du vendeur 132405150015
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Minnesota Strip
Edité par
Worldwide Library, 1988
ISBN 10 : 0373970935
ISBN 13 : 9780373970933
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Paperback
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Paperback. Etat : Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. N° de réf. du vendeur G0373970935I3N00
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Minnesota Strip
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Worldwide, New York, 1988
ISBN 10 : 0373970935
ISBN 13 : 9780373970933
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Vendeur : MLC Books, Northfield, MN, Etats-Unis
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Mass Market Paperback. Etat : Very Good. No Jacket. A Dan Fortune mystery. Gently rubbed, spine creased and slightly cocked. Inscribed by Collins on the title page. Size: 12mo - over 6¾" - 7¾" tall. Inscribed By the Author. N° de réf. du vendeur D120030
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Minnesota Strip
Edité par
Worldwide, 1988
ISBN 10 : 0373970935
ISBN 13 : 9780373970933
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Vendeur : Crappy Old Books, Barry, Royaume-Uni
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Etat : Used. Welcome to a world where the land of 10,000 lakes becomes the backdrop for even more, shall we say, unconventional escapades. Michael Collins takes us on a wild ride through the somewhat dubious alleys and neon-lit corners of Minnesota in his 1988 masterpiece, "Minnesota Strip." With a title that might make you think of a local ballet troupe performing in nothing but snowshoes, fear not; this is not your average cultural exploration of the North Star State. Instead, prepare for an unusual mash-up of grit, glamour, and possibly questionable life choices. The year is 1988, an era where mullets reign supreme and cassette tapes are still the preferred medium for a road trip playlist. Picture a time when "Minnesota Strip" was fresh off the press, and readers were eager to uncover what this peculiar title would unravel. Spoiler alert: it?s not a guide to the best places to get a hotdish. Collins takes us through the murky waters of a world where survival might just depend on one?s ability to navigate the social landscape?preferably while donning a parka and clutching a cup of lukewarm coffee. As you flip through the pages, you may encounter a cast of characters that could only exist in a place where ice fishing meets existential crisis. From melancholic poets longing for an artistic breakthrough to opportunistic entrepreneurs hawking their wares at the local swap meet, every page is a delightful stroll through the absurd. Their adventures are intertwined with the chilling winds of Minnesota, raising the question: Is it the cold that makes them quirky, or are they simply a product of their icy environment? This book, though undoubtedly a literary endeavor, also serves as a social commentary wrapped in an enigmatic riddle. Collins invites us to ponder the following: what does it mean to exist on the fringes of society? Is it merely a lifestyle choice or a desperate response to the biting cold? The prose dances between the lines of satire and sincerity, compelling readers to question their own choices while chuckling at the absurdity of life in the frozen Midwest. But let?s not forget the elusive Minnesota Strip itself?a metaphorical and literal strip that seems to embody the duality of human experience. Whether it?s about the layers we wear or the facades we maintain, Collins seems to be peeling back the onion of human relationships, albeit in a way that leaves you scratching your head while simultaneously guffawing. Could this be a revelation or just a cruel joke played by an author with a mischievous wink? The hallmark of 1980s literature is often the blend of social commentary with a hint of dark humor, and Collins certainly doesn?t shy away from that tradition. You may find yourself laughing out loud at the absurdity one moment and then sobering up as the stark realities of life in Minnesota set in the next. It?s a whirlwind of emotional whiplash, and you?ll likely finish the book unsure whether you need a stiff drink or a warm cup of cocoa?or both. Condition: Used, this book has been through the wringer, perhaps mirroring the emotional journeys of its characters. Expect dog-eared pages, the occasional coffee stain (which adds character), and perhaps a faint scent of something that might resemble nostalgia?or was that just last week?s leftovers? Each imperfection tells a story of its own, much like the tales woven within. So if you?re in the mood for a narrative that straddles the line between the bizarre and the brilliant, "Minnesota Strip" may just be the read for you. Grab your wool socks, a tin of lutefisk, and prepare for a journey through the eccentricities of life as Michael Collins sees it. Available now at Crappy Old Books, where we celebrate literary oddities like no one else! Is it a book? Is it a reflection of society? Or is it just a clever excuse to escape into the icy depths of Minnesota? Only you can decide. N° de réf. du vendeur 685
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