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The Last Picture Show
Book • 1966
The Last Picture Show is a semi-autobiographical novel by Larry McMurtry, set in the small town of Thalia, Texas, from November 1951 to October 1952.
The story follows high school seniors Sonny Crawford and Duane Jackson as they navigate the complexities of adolescence, love, and loneliness.
The town, symbolizing a fading America, is characterized by boredom and desolation, with the local pool hall, diner, and picture show being the main gathering places.
The novel explores themes of isolation, connection, and the decay of small towns, while also delving into the characters' personal struggles and sexual explorations.
The story follows high school seniors Sonny Crawford and Duane Jackson as they navigate the complexities of adolescence, love, and loneliness.
The town, symbolizing a fading America, is characterized by boredom and desolation, with the local pool hall, diner, and picture show being the main gathering places.
The novel explores themes of isolation, connection, and the decay of small towns, while also delving into the characters' personal struggles and sexual explorations.
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