'Squirrel Seeks Chipmunk' by David Sedaris is a collection of short stories told from the perspectives of animals, each story acting as a modern fable or morality tale reflecting human behaviors and societal issues. The book showcases Sedaris' signature dark humor and satirical wit, using anthropomorphic characters to highlight human foibles and hypocrisies in a clever and sometimes disturbing manner.
The stories in 'Squirrel Seeks Chipmunk' range from humorous and thought-provoking to dark and unsettling, exploring themes of pettiness, cruelty, and irrationality through the lens of animal characters. Sedaris' writing style in this book is described as offbeat, scurrilous, and bitingly clever, creating a unique reading experience akin to Aesop's fables with a twisted sense of humor and a touch of cynicism.
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Content warnings include dark themes, violence, morbidity, and emotionally disturbing topics, given its unflattering portrayal of human behaviors.
From The Publisher:
Featuring David Sedaris's unique blend of hilarity and heart, this new collection of keen-eyed animal-themed tales is an utter delight. Though the characters may not be human, the situations in these stories bear an uncanny resemblance to the insanity of everyday life.
In "The Toad, the Turtle, and the Duck," three strangers commiserate about animal bureaucracy while waiting in a complaint line. In "Hello Kitty," a cynical feline struggles to sit through his prison-mandated AA meetings. In "The Squirrel and the Chipmunk," a pair of star-crossed lovers is separated by prejudiced family members.
With original illustrations by Ian Falconer, author of the bestselling Olivia series of children's books, these stories are David Sedaris at his most observant, poignant, and surprising.
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Cute pics, VERY adult content. You'll recognize several of these characters from their regular appearances on FOX News.
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