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Tourist
by Timothy Strong
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Pub Date
3 Aug 2023
| Archive Date
29 Sep 2023
Description
Leaving a mental hospital for the second time, Jake returns to his hometown of Lake Placid amidst the frenzy leading up to the 1980 Winter Olympics.
His best friend Barney fell to his death while building condos to house the tourists attending the games. Conscious of the privilege and wealth surrounding the international competitions, Jake is confronted by the stigma that surrounds mental illness, compounded by the stigma of poverty.
Meaningful relationships elude him as he struggles with mortality. Laurie, his high school sweetheart, offers comfort and understanding. She reckons with her past as Jake contemplates his future. Mortality and impermanence tangle his thoughts. As the Americans take on the Russians in the iconic hockey game, Jake and Laurie's story reaches its climax.
In the internal cacophony and external chaos, Jake finds his center in a deep knowing that peace lies within.
Leaving a mental hospital for the second time, Jake returns to his hometown of Lake Placid amidst the frenzy leading up to the 1980 Winter Olympics.
His best friend Barney fell to his death while...
Description
Leaving a mental hospital for the second time, Jake returns to his hometown of Lake Placid amidst the frenzy leading up to the 1980 Winter Olympics.
His best friend Barney fell to his death while building condos to house the tourists attending the games. Conscious of the privilege and wealth surrounding the international competitions, Jake is confronted by the stigma that surrounds mental illness, compounded by the stigma of poverty.
Meaningful relationships elude him as he struggles with mortality. Laurie, his high school sweetheart, offers comfort and understanding. She reckons with her past as Jake contemplates his future. Mortality and impermanence tangle his thoughts. As the Americans take on the Russians in the iconic hockey game, Jake and Laurie's story reaches its climax.
In the internal cacophony and external chaos, Jake finds his center in a deep knowing that peace lies within.
A Note From the Publisher
Timothy Strong holds a master's degree in English and Creative Writing from Binghamton University, where he was mentored by Larry Woiwode. Tim's poems and short stories have been published in the Alabama Review, the Mississippi Review, Blueline, False Grief and the Awakenings Review. An entrepreneur, he owns and manages the BirchBark Bookshop, offering over 75,000 used and rare books. He lives in the foothills of the Adirondacks.
Timothy Strong holds a master's degree in English and Creative Writing from Binghamton University, where he was mentored by Larry Woiwode. Tim's poems and short stories have been published...
A Note From the Publisher
Timothy Strong holds a master's degree in English and Creative Writing from Binghamton University, where he was mentored by Larry Woiwode. Tim's poems and short stories have been published in the Alabama Review, the Mississippi Review, Blueline, False Grief and the Awakenings Review. An entrepreneur, he owns and manages the BirchBark Bookshop, offering over 75,000 used and rare books. He lives in the foothills of the Adirondacks.
Advance Praise
"An exciting ride-a real page turner." -Joey De Grandprix, Teacher
"A fine example of the American novel." -Christine Shepps, Business Director
"A novel of conviction and truth exposing the stigma of mental illness." -Barry Norton, Insurance Business Owner
"An exciting ride-a real page turner." -Joey De Grandprix, Teacher
"A fine example of the American novel." -Christine Shepps, Business Director
"A novel of conviction and truth exposing the stigma...
Advance Praise
"An exciting ride-a real page turner." -Joey De Grandprix, Teacher
"A fine example of the American novel." -Christine Shepps, Business Director
"A novel of conviction and truth exposing the stigma of mental illness." -Barry Norton, Insurance Business Owner
Available Editions
| EDITION |
Ebook |
| ISBN |
9781685132446 |
| PRICE |
US$6.99 (USD)
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| PAGES |
252
|
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NetGalley Shelf App (EPUB)
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Additional Information
Available Editions
| EDITION |
Ebook |
| ISBN |
9781685132446 |
| PRICE |
US$6.99 (USD)
|
| PAGES |
252
|
Available on NetGalley
NetGalley Shelf App (EPUB)
Send to Kindle (EPUB)
Download (EPUB)
Average rating from 1 member
Featured Reviews
Misty R, Reviewer
I was immediately drawn to this book for many reasons, but the open and candid discussion of mental health struggles and privilege drew me in the most. This book has a little bit of everything: love and hardships. I was drawn into the book by the strong characters and story line, and walked away from the book with the glimpse of the reality of the characters. Enjoyable read!
Featured Reviews
Misty R, Reviewer
I was immediately drawn to this book for many reasons, but the open and candid discussion of mental health struggles and privilege drew me in the most. This book has a little bit of everything: love and hardships. I was drawn into the book by the strong characters and story line, and walked away from the book with the glimpse of the reality of the characters. Enjoyable read!
