Wednesday, February 12, 2025

the last book I ever read (James: A Novel by Percival Everett, excerpt ten)

from James: A Novel by Percival Everett:

“I sure would like to be in St. Louis,” a man said.

“New Orleans,” said another.

“Yes, New Orleans. They know how to have fun in New Orleans.”

“Ever been to New Orleans?” Big Mike asked me.

I shook my head.

He thought for a second. “You oughta go some day. Pull that line tight.”

I did and watched as he pounded in a stake with a sledge. “I ain’t neber been nowhere,” I said.



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