What is the story about?
What's Happening?
Two authors, Sheldon Costa and Hiron Ennes, are releasing novels that delve into themes of monster hunting, drawing inspiration from Herman Melville's Moby-Dick. Costa's debut novel, The Great Work, follows Gentle Montgomery and his nephew Kitt as they pursue a giant salamander in the 19th-century Pacific Northwest, exploring themes of violence and the perception of the natural world. Ennes' The Works of Vermin features Guy Moulène, an exterminator in the city of Tiliard, tasked with eliminating pests, including a destructive centipede. Both novels use monster hunting as a metaphor for deeper societal issues.
Why It's Important?
These novels highlight the enduring appeal of monster hunting as a literary device to explore complex themes such as the American dream and societal violence. By using monsters as metaphors, the authors provide commentary on cultural and political dynamics, offering readers a lens through which to examine contemporary issues. The works contribute to the ongoing dialogue about the role of literature in reflecting and critiquing societal norms and challenges.
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