| Title | : | Powering the Devil's Circus |
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| ISBN | : | 097787320X |
| Language | : | English |
| Format Type | : | Paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 108 |
| Publication | : | First published January 1, 2006 |
Ranging from a variety of topics, Jason Jordan's short work has been called experimental because it breaks tradition with respect to obvious boundaries such as font, design, layout, and length, but perhaps more importantly, to theme, plot, character, and dialogue. In one story, for instance, a tube uses instant messenger technology to converse with its owner. The novella, included within, might just be the highlight of the book. The author writes about himself, as a student, attending a Christian school, listening to metal music. Then he goes to college. Then he becomes a writer. And as the title of one chapter indicates, the author finds alcohol rather than Jesus, and at some point, ends up in Hell (Michigan). For fans of Donald Barthelme, Haruki Murakami, George Saunders, and many others.
Powering the Devil's Circus Reviews
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An eclectic collection of stories, experimental and otherwise, as well as a moving novella about becoming a writer that left me looking forward to what Jason will do next.
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Not sure if this is fiction or non-fiction yet
