Review of Wild World
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Review of Wild World
[Following is a volunteer review of "Wild World" by Peter S. Rush.]
Wild World, authored by Peter S. Rush is entirely relevant to our times. The main theme revolves around two characters; Steve and his girlfriend Roxy. After the tragic killing of 4 students by troopers at Boston University, Steve and Roxy, both idealists, are forced to act to uphold the principles of democracy. Roxy actively participates in the anti-Vietnam war protests wherever they are held. In contrast, Steve chooses a more difficult path to bring about requisite change in the system. Steve joins the Providence police force and from the very first day, is the outsider, not to be trusted by his peers and seniors alike. The police of Providence are highly corrupt, and in league with influential elites and mafias. Over the course of Steve’s career with Providence Police, he patiently collects and catalogs evidence of crimes committed by both the police, and the elites including the University head. A carefully planned maze of companies is unearthed with the objective of evicting immigrants, mostly Puerto Rican population from their residences, thereby allowing the University to expand its landholding. Steve’s research costs him dearly both on the job, and his private life with Roxy. After handing over his evidence to the FBI, Steve resigns from his job and moves far away to some foreign land for "The Peace Corps". He learns that his investigation has culminated in the arrest of all involved in the intricate criminal plan to take over immigrant areas.
This book was extremely well edited, so I could not pick out a single mistake. It was inspirational for me living in Pakistan to witness true, honest action to change society. The theme of ‘War’ depicted by the author is as relevant today, as it has been in the past. The importance of a good education is also rightly highlighted for departments such as police. I immediately recalled my recent encounter with police in Pakistan. The department was having a problem with my English application, and requested for an Urdu translation, despite English being the most important language here. The story is fast paced and reaches its climax at the perfect time. One is, therefore, riveted to the book for long stretches. Though the story is modern, the theme of war and devastation is the same since time immemorial.
There are very few negatives I can ascribe to this book. However, my eastern upbringing found the sexual scenes very graphic. The “F” word was perhaps used excessively. Maybe it could be reduced without effecting the style of the book too much. I feel that by doing so, the book could be recommended for young teens, as well as adults. The message conveyed for action needs to travel down as far as possible. It is a very pertinent message, and needs to be heeded in the East, and west alike.
4 out of 4 is my rating for this book. The reason is the extremely strong message for everyone; ‘Action is louder than words.’ We in the East, need to follow this message, even more so than the west. My recommended audience for the Wild West, are all university students, and adults on all five continents. The message is universal.
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Wild World
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Wild World, authored by Peter S. Rush is entirely relevant to our times. The main theme revolves around two characters; Steve and his girlfriend Roxy. After the tragic killing of 4 students by troopers at Boston University, Steve and Roxy, both idealists, are forced to act to uphold the principles of democracy. Roxy actively participates in the anti-Vietnam war protests wherever they are held. In contrast, Steve chooses a more difficult path to bring about requisite change in the system. Steve joins the Providence police force and from the very first day, is the outsider, not to be trusted by his peers and seniors alike. The police of Providence are highly corrupt, and in league with influential elites and mafias. Over the course of Steve’s career with Providence Police, he patiently collects and catalogs evidence of crimes committed by both the police, and the elites including the University head. A carefully planned maze of companies is unearthed with the objective of evicting immigrants, mostly Puerto Rican population from their residences, thereby allowing the University to expand its landholding. Steve’s research costs him dearly both on the job, and his private life with Roxy. After handing over his evidence to the FBI, Steve resigns from his job and moves far away to some foreign land for "The Peace Corps". He learns that his investigation has culminated in the arrest of all involved in the intricate criminal plan to take over immigrant areas.
This book was extremely well edited, so I could not pick out a single mistake. It was inspirational for me living in Pakistan to witness true, honest action to change society. The theme of ‘War’ depicted by the author is as relevant today, as it has been in the past. The importance of a good education is also rightly highlighted for departments such as police. I immediately recalled my recent encounter with police in Pakistan. The department was having a problem with my English application, and requested for an Urdu translation, despite English being the most important language here. The story is fast paced and reaches its climax at the perfect time. One is, therefore, riveted to the book for long stretches. Though the story is modern, the theme of war and devastation is the same since time immemorial.
There are very few negatives I can ascribe to this book. However, my eastern upbringing found the sexual scenes very graphic. The “F” word was perhaps used excessively. Maybe it could be reduced without effecting the style of the book too much. I feel that by doing so, the book could be recommended for young teens, as well as adults. The message conveyed for action needs to travel down as far as possible. It is a very pertinent message, and needs to be heeded in the East, and west alike.
4 out of 4 is my rating for this book. The reason is the extremely strong message for everyone; ‘Action is louder than words.’ We in the East, need to follow this message, even more so than the west. My recommended audience for the Wild West, are all university students, and adults on all five continents. The message is universal.
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Wild World
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