Russell, Mark

Russell and Meli deliver a sharply observed, often poignant reflection on humanity’s search for meaning in this unforgettable tragicomedy.

A riotous, scathing satire of the absurd excesses of the ultrarich and the broader culture that allows them to run rampant, from a creative team with a unique comedic sensibility rooted in equal parts exasperation and deep compassion for their fellow humans. [An LJ 2020 Best Book.

This is a battle for the very soul of America. While the setup might sound slightly preposterous, the result is one of the best books of the year, an alternately hysterically funny, deeply tragic, and ultimately inspiring work of political art examining the role of artists in a free society.