Books matching: identity and branding
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Save:A delightfully snarky, thought-provoking satire on names and identity; not for everyone, but a treat for fans of smart, unconventional fiction.
'Apex Hides the Hurt' by Colson Whitehead follows the story of a nomenclature consultant tasked with renaming a small town named Winthrop. The town council members have conflicting ideas on what the new name should be, ranging from Freedom to New Prospera. As the consultant delves into the town's history and the motives of the council members, he navigates through satire on contemporary culture, history, advertising, race relations, and branding. The novel explores the complexities of naming, identity, and the impact of history on present-day decisions, all while delivering sharp and witty commentary on society.
HE CAME UP WITH the names. They were good times. He came up with the names and like any good parent he knocked them around to teach them life lessons. He bent them to see if they’d break, he dragged t...2006•224 pages - #2
Save:A fun, fast-moving ride with lots for established fans, but expect loose ends - this intro to Young Jack is just the beginning of a larger arc.
In 'Secret Histories', F. Paul Wilson delves into the early life of Repairman Jack, offering a nostalgic retrospective of events that are yet to unfold in the series. The story follows Young Jack and his friends as they stumble upon a dead body and mysterious artifacts in the New Jersey Pine Barrens, leading them into a mystery involving more murders and a secretive society. Wilson skillfully weaves in trivia from future Repairman Jack novels, providing insights into Jack's character and the world around him. The writing style is entertaining, with references to brand names, music, and pop culture of the time, making it appealing to younger readers while still engaging long-time fans of the series.
Jack glanced over his shoulder to where Eddie Connell labored through the sandy soil on his bike. His face was red and beaded with perspiration; sweat soaked through his red Police T-shirt, darkening...February 2008•304 pages - #3
Save:A smart, uncannily relevant exploration of identity in the modern world - impressive in ambition and ideas, though not always an easy or tidy read. Worth picking up if you love thought-provoking literary fiction.
Look At Me by Jennifer Egan is a novel that delves into the theme of identity through the intertwined stories of two characters named Charlotte. One Charlotte is a model whose face is severely damaged in a car accident, leading to drastic reconstructive surgery that alters her appearance. The other Charlotte is a teenage girl navigating her own challenges. The narrative switches between these two protagonists, exploring themes of beauty, American culture, and the impact of societal expectations on individual identity. The book also touches on the concept of shifting identities, both physical and conceptual, as characters grapple with how they are perceived by others and themselves.
After the accident, I became less visible. I don’t mean in the obvious sense that I went to fewer parties and retreated from general view. Or not just that. I mean that after the accident, I became mo...2001•433 pages
