On Wings Of Song by Thomas M. Disch
In a future America where the Midwest is governed by strict fundamentalist Christians, the novel explores the life of a young man with a talent for singing. This talent allows him to experience "flying" by projecting his consciousness into a spiritual realm, a form of escapism that is both celebrated and condemned in his divided society. As he navigates the complexities of love, art, and politics, he must reconcile his yearning for freedom and self-expression with the oppressive realities of his world, ultimately seeking a way to transcend the physical and societal bonds that restrict him.
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- Published
- 1979
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 359
- Original Language
- English
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