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In his debut collection, Tom Wolfe offers a keen observation of early 1960s American culture, focusing on the unique forms of status-seeking that emerged across the country. He explores new art forms and lifestyles, from the world of the Twist and stock car racing to the flamboyant customized cars of California teenagers. Wolfe also examines the old guard's attempts to maintain their status against these rising cultural shifts, providing a humorous and incisive look at a changing America.