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The book follows a young journalist and a pathologist on a journey through America, with Einstein's brain as their main source of inspiration. They drive from New Jersey to California, passing through various destinations along the way. Along the way, they explore different motels, truck-stop diners, and roadside attractions. The book is a travelogue, memoir, history, and biography all rolled into one. It is a unique and thought-provoking journey that captures the essence of the American dream in the wake of Einstein's legacy.
First publish date: 2000
Genre: Travel & Geography/Travel Writing
Authors: Michael Paterniti
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