The Long Take
DETAILED SUMMARY / BACK COVER
“The Long Take” is a novel in verse that follows Walker, a young Canadian veteran grappling with severe post-traumatic stress disorder after his active service in WWII's Normandy landings and subsequent European operations. Unable to return to his rural Nova Scotia home, he seeks anonymity, change, and healing, embarking on a poignant journey through the vibrant yet challenging post-war American cities of New York, Los Angeles, and San Francisco.
Why You Should Read?
Explore the profound psychological impact of war through the intimate lens of a veteran's experience.
Immerse yourself in a unique and critically acclaimed narrative told entirely in powerful verse.
Journey through iconic American cities during a pivotal historical period of transformation and rebuilding.
Engage with universal themes of trauma, displacement, resilience, and the enduring search for identity.