Lost In Place by Mark Salzman
Growing Up Absurd in Suburbia
"Lost in Place" is a memoir that delves into the adolescent years of its author, capturing his earnest and often humorous quest for meaning and identity in the suburban setting of Connecticut during the 1970s. As a young boy obsessed with the idea of becoming a kung fu master, which leads him into various misadventures, the author navigates the complexities of growing up, from dealing with family dynamics to the challenges of school and the search for self-discovery. Through his journey, he explores themes of ambition, disillusionment, and the pursuit of personal enlightenment, all while trying to find his place in the world.
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- Published
- 1995
- Nationality
- American
- Length
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- Pages
- 288
- Original Language
- English
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