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Books matching: 1950s and 60s america setting

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    11/22/63 by Stephen King
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    '11/22/63' by Stephen King is a time travel novel that follows the story of Jake Epping, a high school teacher who is recruited by a diner owner to travel back in time to 1958 with the mission to prevent the assassination of John F. Kennedy. The book delves into the complexities of altering history, the consequences of changing the past, and the personal sacrifices Jake must make in his quest to rewrite a pivotal moment in American history. Through a blend of historical events, time travel elements, and a touch of romance, King weaves a compelling narrative that keeps readers engaged as they follow Jake's journey through the past.

    After the benediction (spoken by Father Bandy, who rarely missed an LHS function), I made my way through the milling friends and relatives to where Harry was standing alone in his billowy black gown, ...

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    About Time: 12 Short Stories by Jack Finney
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    'About Time: 12 Short Stories' by Jack Finney is a collection of quirky time travel stories with light, humorous, and nostalgic elements. The stories often feature modern characters yearning for a golden age prior to World War I, exploring themes of second chances, alternate realities, and the allure of the past. Finney's writing style is described as whimsical, slightly humorous, and filled with vivid descriptions that transport readers to different eras and settings. The book seamlessly blends time travel with a sense of nostalgia, offering readers entertaining tales that often end with unexpected twists reminiscent of classic Twilight Zone episodes.

    The presidents of the New York Central and the New York, New Haven and Hartford railroads will swear on a stack of timetables that there are only two. But I say there are three, because I've been on t...

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