You Shall Know Our Velocity!
You Shall Know Our Velocity!
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Novel • Fiction
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American Literature•
Travel LiteratureVarious Locations • Early 2000s
2003
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
You Shall Know Our Velocity! by Dave Eggers follows two friends, Will and Hand, who embark on a week-long trip around the world to distribute a large sum of money to those in need. Their journey is filled with spontaneous adventures and reflections on their personal struggles, relationships, and the concept of charity.
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Review Roundup
Dave Eggers' You Shall Know Our Velocity! garners mixed reviews. Critics praise its energetic narrative and humor, but some find the plot disjointed. The introspective journey of grief and generosity strikes a chord, yet the characters' actions occasionally feel implausible. Overall, it's a thought-provoking read marked by Eggers' distinctive style.
Who Should Read You Shall Know Our Velocity!?
Readers who relish adventurous, introspective narratives tinged with humor will enjoy Dave Eggers' You Shall Know Our Velocity!. Ideal for fans of Jonathan Safran Foer's Everything Is Illuminated and Jack Kerouac's On the Road, the novel appeals to those drawn to quirky yet profound stories of self-discovery and travel.
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You Shall Know Our Velocity! was originally published in 2002 by McSweeney's, a publishing company founded by Dave Eggers himself.
The unique narrative structure of You Shall Know Our Velocity! includes sections with redacted text, contributing to its experimental storytelling style.
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In 2003, a revised edition titled Sacrament was released, including additional material that expands on the original story.
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Novel • Fiction
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American Literature•
Travel LiteratureVarious Locations • Early 2000s
2003
Adult
18+ years
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