Want Not by Jonathan Miles
Set against the backdrop of a consumer-driven society, this novel weaves together the lives of three disparate characters grappling with the concept of waste and value. A freegan couple scavenges for sustenance in New York City, a debt-ridden linguist faces the collapse of his marriage, and a wealthy suburbanite grapples with the aftermath of a tragic accident. As their stories intersect, the narrative explores themes of consumption, loss, and the search for meaning in a world where everything seems disposable. Through humor and poignancy, the book challenges readers to reconsider what is truly valuable in life.
- Published
- 1988
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 400-450
- Original Language
- English
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