Another Roadside Attraction
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1971
352
Novel • Fiction
Pacific Northwest • 1970s
1971
Adult
18+ years
Another Roadside Attraction by Tom Robbins, published in 1971, follows free-spirited Amanda and her new husband John Paul Ziller, who create a unique zoo and hot dog stand in the Washington countryside. They are soon entwined in a conspiracy involving the Vatican after receiving letters from a friend named Plucky Purcell, who infiltrates a secret monastic order. The plot touches on sensitive topics, including miscarriage and medical emergencies.
Playful
Mysterious
Humorous
Fantastical
Contemplative
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Tom Robbins' Another Roadside Attraction elicits mixed reactions. Critics praise its playful, unconventional storytelling and vivid characters, noting its unique blend of humor and philosophical musings. However, some find its meandering plot and abstract themes challenging. The novel's distinctive style either charms or alienates readers, making it a polarizing yet memorable read.
Fans of countercultural and irreverent narratives, akin to those in Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas by Hunter S. Thompson or The Electric Kool-Aid Acid Test by Tom Wolfe, would relish Tom Robbins's Another Roadside Attraction. Ideal for readers who appreciate satirical humor and philosophical undertones in literature.
35,818 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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352
Novel • Fiction
Pacific Northwest • 1970s
1971
Adult
18+ years
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