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    3038 Hennepin Ave Minneapolis, MN
    612-822-4611

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A Spoil Of Office A Story of the Modern West

A Spoil Of Office A Story of the Modern West

Garland, Hamlin

Paperback

General Fiction

Publisher Price: $18.99

ISBN10: 9371467037
ISBN13: 9789371467032
Publisher: Double 9 Booksllp
Published: Jun 1 2025
Pages: 204
Weight: 0.53
Height: 0.47 Width: 5.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
A spoil of office: A story of the modern West examines the disillusionment and aspirations of a rural man caught between personal ambition and the constraints of his environment. Against the backdrop of a rapidly modernizing Midwest, the narrative focuses on internal and external tensions faced by an individual whose sense of identity is challenged by political ideals and social hierarchies. The story begins within a community gathering filled with celebration, where a young man feels invisible despite being surrounded by neighbors and festivity. This sense of alienation is heightened when he is moved by a compelling public speaker, stirring a longing to transcend the limitations of farm life. The contrast between the collective optimism of the event and the personal dissatisfaction of the protagonist underscores a deeper inquiry into class, purpose, and voice. Early scenes reveal the emergence of a political consciousness shaped by disappointment and hope, positioning the main character at a threshold between two worlds: one defined by tradition and another by ambition. This opening section subtly critiques societal roles while setting the stage for a journey of confrontation, transformation, and the struggle for significance.

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