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Accordion Crimes by Annie Proulx follows a green accordion brought to the U.S. from Italy in the late 19th century, detailing the misfortunes of its immigrant owners across different periods and locations, culminating in Florida in the 1990s. The accordion's journey reflects the tribulations of immigrants and descendants, highlighting themes of heritage, violence, and displacement. The book contains explicit depictions of violence, suicides, and lynching.