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Jonathan Raban’s Waxwings unfolds in Seattle at the dawn of the new millennium, where the lives of two immigrants become interwoven with the city’s social tensions and economic optimism. The novel captures the paradox of pursuing the American dream while confronting terrorism after 9/11, the spectacular yet fragile economic boom of the early 2000s, and growing unrest in the streets. Raban blends humor and psychological insight—typical of his style—to illuminate how these outsiders navigate a rapidly changing urban landscape.
First publish date: 2003
Genre: Humorous Fiction/Comedy Fiction
Authors: Jonathan Raban
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