The Man Who Fell In Love With The Moon

Name: The Man Who Fell In Love With The Moon
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SKU: 9781529110739
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By Tom Spanbauer

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The Man Who Fell in Love with the Moon by Tom Spanbauer is a coming-of-age story set in the American West during the early 20th century. It follows the journey of Shed, a young bisexual Native American who goes on a quest to define his identity amid a backdrop of cultural and sexual exploration. The novel weaves elements of myth, love, and personal discovery, portraying a vibrant and diverse community through Shed’s unique perspective.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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You might enjoy this book if you appreciate stories with unique and compelling characters set in the American frontier. This tale offers a blend of magical realism and a deep exploration of identity, love, and belonging, all woven into a vividly depicted historical backdrop. If you're drawn to narratives that challenge conventional norms and explore the nuances of human emotions, this story may capture your heart.

The cult gay classic of the early 1990s, reissued to mark the year of the 50th anniversary of the Stonewall riots

Between nights, earning his keep at Excellent, Idaho's outrageously pink whorehouse, Shed or, Duivichi-un-Dua - lives a life of drinking, talking and smoking opium stardust with his eccentric family.

The cult gay classic of the early 1990s, reissued to mark the 50th anniversary of the Stonewall riots

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The Man Who Fell In Love With The Moon is the cult gay classic of the early 1990s, reissued to mark the 50th anniversary of the Stonewall riots.

In Excellent, Idaho's outrageously pink whorehouse, Shed, or Duivichi-un-Dua, lives a life filled with drinking, talking, and smoking opium stardust alongside his eccentric family. He earns his keep at the whorehouse while pondering over his Shoshone name's true meaning, propelling him to leave this tiny turn-of-the-century town on a quest for self-discovery.

On his journey, Shed encounters Dellwood Barker, a philosophical, green-eyed, half-crazy cowboy who converses with the moon. As they travel together, Shed embarks on a path leading to enlightenment and a deeper understanding of man's connection to himself and the natural world.

With an introduction by Andrew McMillan, author of Physical.

'A brilliant novel... Flawlessly authentic, beautifully captured' - Observer

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Tom Spanbauer's The Man Who Fell In Love With The Moon is highly praised for its authentic and beautifully captured narrative. The novel is described as a haunting and earthy tale of love and loss, taking readers into adventurous mental landscapes. It is recognised for its originality, blending humour and pathos while offering a unique take on American history and a colourful reimagining of the Old West. The storytelling has been noted for challenging conventional ideas about narration, history, and myth.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781529110739

Publisher: Vintage Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 30 January 2020

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Vintage

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 25.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 301g

Pages: 432

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About the Author

Tom Spanbauer is the author of three previous novels, Far Away Places, The Man Who Fell in Love with the Moon and In the City of Shy Hunters. He lives in Portland, Oregon, where he writes and teaches 'Dangerous Writing' classes. His former students include Chuck Palahniuk.

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