{"product_id":"driving-in-cars-with-homeless-men-short-stories","title":"Driving in Cars With Homeless Men: Short Stories","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eDriving in Cars with Homeless Men is a collection of interconnected stories set in working-class Boston, exploring the lives of Serena, Frankie, Raffa, and Nat as they navigate through violence and relationships. The stories are raw and gritty, revealing the unraveling truths of their lives. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e                                                            \u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e                              \u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 192 pages\u003cbr\u003e                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 28 March 2021\u003cbr\u003e                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: University of Pittsburgh Press\u003cbr\u003e                          \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDriving in Cars with Homeless Men is a captivating collection of interconnected stories set in the bustling streets, cozy bars, historic homes, cramped apartments, and picturesque landscapes of working-class Boston. The characters of Serena, Frankie, Raffa, and Nat are brought together in an imagined post-divorce future, their lives intertwining in a series of unexpected and sometimes tumultuous encounters.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThrough the gritty and unflinching realities of their lives, these women find themselves in peculiar situations, ranging from the bed of an overdosed lover to the panting tongue of a rescue dog, from the cramped studio apartment of a compulsive liar to the forward-facing galley of an airplane. Their relationships serve as a blend of playgrounds and cages, reflecting the complexities and contradictions of their experiences.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHomeless Men is a collective narrative that delves into the lives of women who find themselves revisiting the past, where pain and trauma persist. With a fierce determination and an overwhelming sense of rage, they strive to break free from the cycle of failure and embrace the possibility of success and failure alike. The stories are filled with raw energy, vibrant characters, and a deep exploration of the human condition, offering a poignant reflection on the resilience and strength of women navigating the complexities of life.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e                            \u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 250g                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 128 x 207 x 18 (mm)                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9780822966272                                                      \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kate Wisel","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":44100372267258,"sku":"9780822966272","price":11.23,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/96216751d3517b0d6a4da7bb816e068d.jpg?v=1621049828","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/driving-in-cars-with-homeless-men-short-stories","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}