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Candyfreak: A Journey Through the Chocolate Underbelly of America by Steve Almond is a humorous, nonfiction exploration of the American candy industry through the eyes of an enthusiastic "candyfreak." Almond embarks on a nostalgic tour of small candy companies, recounting autobiographical anecdotes, factory visits, and interactions with fellow candy enthusiasts, all while delving into the complexities of candy production, marketing, and industrial espionage. The book touches on themes of loneliness and nostalgia, linking personal memories with the cultural longing for simpler times.