by John Lithgow
First published 2020
Award-winning actor John Lithgow returns with his second collection of satirical poems targeting the Trump presidency. This darker and more biting follow-up to his New York Times bestseller Dumpty chronicles the chaotic final year of Trump's administration through sharp verse and cutting humor. Lithgow takes aim at key figures including Rudy Giuliani, Mick Mulvaney, Jay Sekulow, Jim Jordan, and Roger Stone, weaving their actions into pointed poetic commentary. The collection tackles major events like the impeachment proceedings while maintaining the author's signature blend of wit and political critique. Each poem dismantles what Lithgow sees as the absurdities of Trump's reign, offering readers both laughter and pointed social observation during turbulent political times. The book features entirely new poems accompanied by original line drawings, creating a complete satirical portrait of an unprecedented political moment.
Genres: satire, humor, american, political-science, 21st-century, political-thriller
Vibes: biting, satirical, thought-provoking
Tropes: political-satire, social-commentary
Period: Final Year of Trump Administration
104 pages · Hardcover · Chronicle Prism