Inheritance of Crises and Dysfunction (A Novel)
James J Maiwurm
Inheritance of Crises and Dysfunctionis a novel that explores the immense challenges facing the next US Administration, both domestically and internationally, while seeking creative solutions and individuals ready to implement them. Beyond political matters, the story delves into personal struggles such as the lingering trauma of losing a spouse, the difficulty of relocating, the mixed feelings about retirement, and the psychological need to stay relevant and connected in one's later years. The narrative aims to provoke thought, but also to entertain, with a tone light enough to evoke a smile or occasional laughter. The book begins on the day of the 2021 presidential inauguration and is told through the perspective of the protagonist, "Salt Pepper," a former US Government employee and Washington law firm associate. It highlights the severe polarization and partisanship dividing both American society and the government, as well as the strained relationships between the US and other nations. Salt, thinking he has retired to his family farm in rural Virginia, is convinced by an old friend-soon to be Secretary of State in a new Administration-to take on a temporary covert diplomatic role. This assignment leads Salt and a capable female colleague on a journey to the White House, London, Berlin, Prague, and sensitive meetings with diplomats, including those from the Middle East. Rooted in history, current affairs, and human nature, the novel sheds light on the inheritance of international instability, domestic political toxicity, and the disruptive forces impacting small towns, rural America, and the manufacturing sector. It also emphasizes the global demand for US leadership and the pressing need for courageous leaders willing to tackle these challenges, no matter the risks or difficulties.
Duration - 7h 22m.
Author - James J Maiwurm.
Narrator - Michael Turner.
Published Date - Saturday, 20 January 2024.
Copyright - © 2024 James J Maiwurm ©.
Location:
United States
Description:
Inheritance of Crises and Dysfunctionis a novel that explores the immense challenges facing the next US Administration, both domestically and internationally, while seeking creative solutions and individuals ready to implement them. Beyond political matters, the story delves into personal struggles such as the lingering trauma of losing a spouse, the difficulty of relocating, the mixed feelings about retirement, and the psychological need to stay relevant and connected in one's later years. The narrative aims to provoke thought, but also to entertain, with a tone light enough to evoke a smile or occasional laughter. The book begins on the day of the 2021 presidential inauguration and is told through the perspective of the protagonist, "Salt Pepper," a former US Government employee and Washington law firm associate. It highlights the severe polarization and partisanship dividing both American society and the government, as well as the strained relationships between the US and other nations. Salt, thinking he has retired to his family farm in rural Virginia, is convinced by an old friend-soon to be Secretary of State in a new Administration-to take on a temporary covert diplomatic role. This assignment leads Salt and a capable female colleague on a journey to the White House, London, Berlin, Prague, and sensitive meetings with diplomats, including those from the Middle East. Rooted in history, current affairs, and human nature, the novel sheds light on the inheritance of international instability, domestic political toxicity, and the disruptive forces impacting small towns, rural America, and the manufacturing sector. It also emphasizes the global demand for US leadership and the pressing need for courageous leaders willing to tackle these challenges, no matter the risks or difficulties. Duration - 7h 22m. Author - James J Maiwurm. Narrator - Michael Turner. Published Date - Saturday, 20 January 2024. Copyright - © 2024 James J Maiwurm ©.
Language:
English
Opening Credits
Duration:00:00:07
00 forward
Duration:00:06:34
00 prologue
Duration:00:08:48
Chapter 1 transitions
Duration:00:02:20
Chapter 2 sons of liberty kick off
Duration:00:05:07
Chapter 3 getting to know margie
Duration:00:10:42
Chapter 4 back to georgie’s
Duration:00:21:38
Chapter 5 climbing out of life among the moving boxes
Duration:00:05:17
Chapter 6 january 6
Duration:00:03:42
Chapter 7 first client call
Duration:00:03:17
Chapter 8 know your clients (sons of liberty) and their goals
Duration:00:14:00
Chapter 9 reactions from afar january 6 and the inauguration
Duration:00:10:40
Chapter 10 cutting ties to the past
Duration:00:10:12
Chapter 11 beltway beckons
Duration:00:09:18
Chapter 12 selling salt at the white house
Duration:00:09:12
Chapter 13 enter louise, stage left
Duration:00:09:32
Chapter 14 what keeps local leaders awake at night
Duration:00:14:03
Chapter 15 farming in the new normal
Duration:00:11:35
Chapter 16 feedback from the fair
Duration:00:11:39
Chapter 17 reverend doctor sherman
Duration:00:07:05
Chapter 18 evening church meets dsol
Duration:00:05:44
Chapter 19 canadian reality check
Duration:00:20:58
Chapter 20 back of the envelope principles
Duration:00:11:25
Chapter 21 napkin negotiations
Duration:00:06:35
Chapter 22 west wing input
Duration:00:10:24
Chapter 23 small town, small business ills
Duration:00:05:31
Chapter 24 state department global briefing 101
Duration:00:08:35
Chapter 25 salt and margie temporize
Duration:00:16:26
Chapter 26 briefing at the barbershop
Duration:00:09:40
Chapter 27 london transit thoughts
Duration:00:05:37
Chapter 28 london day – openers
Duration:00:09:02
Chapter 29 london further reflections
Duration:00:10:49
Chapter 30 london evening with the brits
Duration:00:13:00
Chapter 31 off ramp middle eastern diversion
Duration:00:08:16
Chapter 32 iranian backgrounder i; tracks in the snow
Duration:00:07:00
Chapter 33 walk in the park, talk, and more
Duration:00:08:59
Chapter 34 berlin bearings
Duration:00:06:42
Chapter 35 initial team thinking
Duration:00:06:53
Chapter 36 german minister cameo
Duration:00:04:57
Chapter 37 berlin next steps
Duration:00:06:56
Chapter 38 berlin game plans emerge
Duration:00:03:23
Chapter 39 berlin straight talk
Duration:00:04:08
Chapter 40 on to prague
Duration:00:08:46
Chapter 41 facing the iranian front
Duration:00:16:34
Chapter 42 back down on the farm
Duration:00:04:29
Chapter 43 dr sherman’s two cents worth
Duration:00:02:42
Chapter 44 salt and the dsol
Duration:00:01:34
Chapter 45 georgie’s progress toward the middle
Duration:00:06:31
Chapter 46 suits salt
Duration:00:05:41
Chapter 47 rough seas in dc
Duration:00:04:06
Chapter 48 confession good for the soul and the mission
Duration:00:12:00
Chapter 49 daughters and sons of liberty and friends
Duration:00:04:30
Diagram
Duration:00:04:07
Epilogue
Duration:00:05:06
Ending Credits
Duration:00:00:08