In 2029, the United States is engaged in a bloodless world war that will wipe out the savings of millions of American families. Overnight, on the international currency exchange, the “almighty dollar” plummets in value, to be replaced by a new global currency, the “bancor.” In retaliation, the president declares that America will default on its loans. “Deadbeat Nation” being unable to borrow, the government prints money to cover its bills. What little remains to savers is rapidly eaten away by runaway inflation.
The Mandibles is about money. Thus it is necessarily about bitterness, rivalry, and selfishness—but also about surreal generosity, sacrifice, and transformative adaptation to changing circumstances.
Get the Book:
* The Mandibles: A Family, 2029-2047 ($18.68 on Amazon(https://www.amazon.com/Mandibles-Family-2029-2047-Lionel-Shriver/dp/006232828X))
Event Notes:
We'll have a few discussion questions to kick us off, but feel free to come with your own questions.
We'll pick the next book from several options that the hosts bring.
* Let us know if you have recommendations for future book selections and we'll add them to the list.
About the Venue:
Aspire Coffee House(https://aspirecoffeehouse.com/) is located in Northwest Las Vegas in the Skye Canyon Community Center(https://skyecanyon.com/amenities/skye-center/). The Community Center features many amenities including Skye Canyon Park so this is a family-friendly event.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Aspire Coffee House, 10111 Skye Canyon Park Dr, Las Vegas, us
