The book
Seth Greenland’s timely new novel is set in the high California desert between the trailer parks and amphetamine labs of Desert Hot Springs and the classic mid-century architecture of Palm Springs. In this sun-blasted territory, with its equally arid social culture, a fiercely contested congressional election is in progress. The wily incumbent, Randall Duke, is unburdened by ethical considerations. His opponent, Mary Swain, a sexy, well-financed newcomer, does not have a firm grip on American history or elemental economics.
The author
Seth Greenland
Seth Greenland is an award-winning playwright, screenwriter, and author of five novels, including Shining City (a Washington Post Best Book of the Year) and The Hazards of Good Fortune (nominated for the 2019 Prix du Meilleur Livre Étranger). Born in New York City, Greenland lives in Los Angeles with his wife.
Press
- Dec 4 2012
Buddhist Book Reviews: "It really is superb." - Nov 19 2012
Tricycle: "Is it a great novel? I think that’s a question worth asking." - Jun 9 2012
LA Review of Books: "There is nothing deserted about The Angry Buddhist." - Jun 7 2012
The Nervous Breakdown: An Interview with the Author - May 10 2012
Forward: "“The Angry Buddhist” is an entertaining novel, and I expect that most readers will have a hard time putting it down." - Apr 22 2012
The New York Times Book Review: "“The Angry Buddhist” makes a fine high-end beach read for election season."
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