In 'The Kandy-Kolored Tangerine-Flake Streamline Baby', Tom Wolfe takes readers on a vibrant journey through the unconventional world of 1960s America. With his keen eye for detail and sharp wit, Wolfe explores the kaleidoscope of youth culture, from custom car enthusiasts to the rise of the counterculture. The book is a dazzling tapestry of stories that showcase the eccentricities and passions fueling a generation's quest for identity. Through lively prose and striking imagery, Wolfe invites us to witness the birth of a new social landscape, where boundaries blur and creativity reigns. Dive into this exhilarating ride and discover the colorful characters that shaped an era like no other!
By Tom Wolfe
Published: 2009
""The world is like a car that's always moving, and the only way to catch up with it is to paint your own picture on the side.""
Originally published: New York: Farrar, Straus & Giroux, 1965.
Tom Wolfe (1930-2018) was a renowned American author and journalist, celebrated for his contributions to the New Journalism movement. His notable works include 'The Electric Kool-Aid Acid Test,' 'I Am Charlotte Simmons,' and 'A Man in Full,' among others. Wolfe was known for his distinctive, flamboyant writing style, characterized by vivid imagery and sharp social commentary, often delving into the complexities of American culture and society.
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“"The world is like a car that's always moving, and the only way to catch up with it is to paint your own picture on the side."”
The Kandy-Kolored Tangerine-Flake Streamline Baby
By Tom Wolfe
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