Books like Magic Kingdom by Stanley Elkin
Grieving the loss of his son, Eddy Bale becomes fixated on helping terminally ill children. He organizes a last‑hurrah vacation to Disney World for seven children who will never grow up. Joined by four eccentric chaperones, Eddy’s hopeful expedition quickly turns chaotic, with bizarre events—including a freak snowstorm and a confrontation with a vengeful Mickey Mouse—upending his idealistic plan. The novel explores themes of loss, compassion, and the clash between fantasy and reality, all set against the backdrop of America’s entertainment capital.
First publish date: 1985
Genre: Literary Fiction/Contemporary Literary Fiction
Authors: Stanley Elkin
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