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Publish and Perish brings together a series of short stories that dramatize life and conflict among college professors. The collection explores themes of tenure, infidelity, scholarly ambition, and the unexpected forces that can upend academic careers. With an emphasis on contemporary American humor and subtle horror, the work invites readers to consider the fragile balance between personal integrity and professional survival on campus.
First publish date: 1997
Genre: Horror/Supernatural Horror
Authors: James Hynes - undifferentiated
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