Lord Of The Barnyard by Tristan Egolf
Killing the Fatted Calf and Arming the Aware in the Cornbelt
The book is a darkly comedic and sprawling tale of a rural American outcast, whose life is marked by relentless misfortune and societal marginalization. The protagonist, with an extraordinary talent for animal husbandry, finds himself in constant conflict with the small-minded townsfolk and corrupt officials of his Midwestern community. His journey is one of epic struggle against adversity and the pettiness of small-town politics, culminating in a dramatic and chaotic rebellion that upends the social order of his world. The narrative weaves a rich tapestry of rural life, exploring themes of revenge, social injustice, and the quest for personal redemption.
The 6302nd greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1998
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Long
- Pages
- 532
- Original Language
- English
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