What Washington reads

Article Abstract:

Washington D.C. rates second only to Boston, MA, in terms of books bought per capita. With the number of lawyers and PhDs in the capital, it is no surprise that the most impressive and intellectual books are bought. However, Washington D.C. is also known as place where books are bought and not read.

Evaluation, Column, Beliefs, opinions and attitudes, Washington, D.C., Literature, Public officers, Government officials, Reading interests

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Michael Crichton: Japanophobe?

Article Abstract:

Michael Crichton's new novel "Rising Sun" details the investigation of a blond girl's rape and murder at the inauguration of a Japanese corporation's Los Angeles headquarters. The novel is critical of both America and Japan and it implies Japan's growing dominance over American industry.

Portrayals, Criticism and interpretation, Authorship, Japanese, Japanese (Asian people), American fiction, Crichton, Michael

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Tom McGuane: rancho notorious

Article Abstract:

The young and angry writer of the late 1960s has written his second novel in four years. Settling in his Montana ranch with his third wife, Laurie, has produced 'Nothing but Blue Skies' for the 52-year old writer and rancher.

Authors, Writers, Practice, McGuane, Tom

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