The book
Seth Greenland’s timely new novel is set in the high California desert between the trailer parks and amphetamine labs of Desert Hot Springs and the classic mid-century architecture of Palm Springs. In this sun-blasted territory, with its equally arid social culture, a fiercely contested congressional election is in progress. The wily incumbent, Randall Duke, is unburdened by ethical considerations. His opponent, Mary Swain, a sexy, well-financed newcomer, does not have a firm grip on American history or elemental economics.
The author
Seth Greenland
Seth Greenland is the author of five novels. The last two, The Angry Buddhist (2011) and I Regret Everything (2015), were published by Europa Editions. Greenland is also a playwright and screenwriter and has worked as writer and producer for HBO. Born in New York City, he currently lives and works in Los Angeles with his wife.
Reviews
- Dec 4 2012
Buddhist Book Reviews: "It really is superb." - Nov 19 2012
Tricycle: "Is it a great novel? I think that’s a question worth asking." - Jun 9 2012
LA Review of Books: "There is nothing deserted about The Angry Buddhist." - Jun 7 2012
The Nervous Breakdown: An Interview with the Author - May 10 2012
Forward: "“The Angry Buddhist” is an entertaining novel, and I expect that most readers will have a hard time putting it down." - Apr 22 2012
The New York Times Book Review: "“The Angry Buddhist” makes a fine high-end beach read for election season."