Monday, October 15, 2018

The Hermit of Houston, by Samuel R. Delany

Reading this story reminded me of when I read "Dhalgren", I think around 1972.  I was confused most of the time, but managed to hang on and follow it.  Delany has not changed that much.  Lots of sex, and many references to familiar things, but in a very unfamiliar setting that might or might not be post-apocalyptic.  In this case I'm leaning toward post-apocalyptic.  It's good to see him writing again, but hard to get into it unless you're a fan from way back.

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