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Hammer of the Dogs by Jarret Keene (review).

Authors :
Tkacz, Carlos
Source :
Western American Literature; Summer2024, Vol. 59 Issue 2, p175-177, 3p
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

Jarret Keene's novel "Hammer of the Dogs" follows the protagonist Lash in a postapocalyptic Las Vegas, where technology, religion, and capitalism intersect. The story explores themes of survival, secularism, and the human experience in a world ravaged by cataclysmic events. Through a blend of popular culture references and complex character dynamics, Keene presents a nuanced vision of a society in transition, striving to create something new and unforeseen. Las Vegas itself serves as a backdrop for this exploration, offering a space for restoration and the possibility of a freer future. [Extracted from the article]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00433462
Volume :
59
Issue :
2
Database :
Supplemental Index
Journal :
Western American Literature
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
180701020
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1353/wal.2024.a937408