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Tracy Flick is a hardworking assistant principal at a public high school in suburban New Jersey. Still ambitious but feeling a little stuck and underappreciated in midlife, Tracy gets a jolt of good news when the longtime principal, Jack Weede, abruptly announces his retirement, creating a rare opportunity for Tracy to ascend to the top job. Energized by the prospect of her long-overdue promotion, Tracy throws herself into her work with renewed zeal, determined to prove her worth to the students, faculty, and School Board, while also managing her personal life--a ten-year-old daughter, a needy doctor boyfriend, and a burgeoning meditation practice. But nothing ever comes easily to Tracy Flick, no matter how diligent or qualified she happens to be

New York Times bestseller!From the bestselling author of The Leftovers and Little Children comes a penetrating and hilarious new novel about sex, love, and identity on the frontlines of America's culture wars. číst celé

From the author of 'Little Children' and now a major new TV series, 'The Leftovers' asks what if one day some of us simply vanished? And some were left behind? Following the sudden disappearance of thousands of citizens, Kevin Garvey, Mapleton's new mayor, wants to bring a sense of hope to his traumatised community, but his family has fallen apart in the wake of disaster. Kevin's wife has joined a homegrown cult, and his son is a disciple of the prophet Holy Wayne. Only Jill, Kevin's daughter, remains, and she's no longer the sweet student she once was. Written with a rare ability to illuminate our everyday struggles, 'The Leftovers' is a startling novel about love, connection and loss.

A collection of stories focuses on suburban nuclear families, including "Senior Season," "Nine Inches" and "The Smile on Happy Chang's Face."

Tom Perrotta's debut novel is celebrated for its profound exploration of adolescence and the complexities of growing up. It delves into the emotional struggles and transformative experiences of its characters, offering a compelling narrative that resonates deeply with readers. The book's insightful portrayal of youth and its challenges has garnered acclaim, positioning it as a standout in the coming-of-age genre.

Presents twenty of the best works of short fiction of the past year from a variety of acclaimed sources.

Pozůstalí Toma Perrotty přinášejí myšlenkově pronikavý pohled na společnost zasaženou nevysvětlitelnou událostí. Poté co 2 % celosvětové populace náhle beze stopy zmizí, se zbytek lidstva zoufale snaží pochopit, co se stalo, a hlavně, co bude následovat. Perrotta ve svém bestsellerovém románu, jejž vysoce ohodnotil mino jiné i Stephen King, originálně rozpracoval představu biblického Nanebevzetí, během nějž jsou v okamžiku spaseni všichni praví křesťané, zatímco ostatní nevěřící jsou ponechání napospas světu, stíhanému pohromami, než nastane konečná apokalypsa. Ale co to znamená, když si Bůh (byl-li to on) vzal vedle křesťanů i muslimy, buddhisty, nebo dokonce alkoholiky a zvrhlíky? Na příběhu lidí z newyorského předměstí ukazuje, jaké důsledky může mít událost, jež popírá veškerou racionalitu; jaké extrémní a fanatické reakce vyvolává, jak nebezpečné démony v lidech probouzí. Zároveň se nevzdává naděje, že i uprostřed všeobecného šílenství se najdou lidé, kteří neztrácí hlavu a dokáží zabránit nejhoršímu, jímž je naprostá ztráta smyslu pro elementární lidskost.

A sharp and humorous satire that insightfully critiques the troubling impact of the Christian right, penned by one of America's beloved authors.

Inspired by the legacy of Lester Bangs, this collection features twenty-four acclaimed writers crafting stories that draw from iconic songs. Each narrative serves as a "lit riff," exploring themes and connections sparked by the music. The stories range from unexpected relationships to deeper emotional insights, showcasing how songs can inspire rich, diverse storytelling. This anthology celebrates the intersection of music and literature, inviting readers to experience familiar melodies in a fresh and thought-provoking way.

For many college students, Spring Break means fun and sun in Florida. For Danny, a Yale junior, it means two weeks behind the wheel of the Roach Coach, his father's lunch truck, which plies the parking lots of office parks in central New Jersey. But Danny can use the time behind the coffee urn to try and make sense of a love life that's gotten a little complicated. There's loyal and patient hometown honey Cindy and her recently dropped bombshell to contend with. And there's also lissome Polly back in New Haven--with her shifting moods, perfect thrift store dresses and inconvenient liaison with a dashing professor. If girl problems aren't enough, there's the constant menace of the Lunch Monsters, a group of thugs who think Danny has planted the Roach Coach in their territory. Joe College is Tom Perrotta's warmest and funniest fiction yet, a comic journey into the dark side of love, higher education and food service.