A captivating literary portrait of the country featuring original stories by outstanding authors. An adventurous road trip across the USA. "It's hard to find a better collection of short stories - regardless of genre." Publishers Weekly. From coast to coast: 15 exceptional authors - from the superstars of the scene to literary hidden gems - take you on an adventurous journey across the USA. From the bustling New York and the densely populated cities of the East Coast to the sleepy towns of the Midwest and the myth-infused, heat-hazed metropolises of the West Coast. Powerful literature that touching and thrillingly explores the darker sides of the American Dream. From a vividly colorful present filled with unusual environments off the usual tourist paths. Featuring daydreamers, gamblers, war veterans, and dropouts.