This award-winning historical literary novel deals with major issues affecting society today such as politics, immigration, business activities, war, and epidemics. From the opening line, “When you’re a kid, they don’t always tell you the truth,” the stage is set for a riveting coming-of-age story that plays out against the backdrop of the Korean War, the aftermath of the Holocaust, the polio outbreak, the relocation of a baseball team, the plight of immigrants, and the shenanigans of politicians and businessmen. Parallels with events of the 21st century are undeniable.
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