The essays in this book are best summed up in three words: Collections, Cars, Dads The pieces also touch on nostalgia of all kinds, childhood, coming-of-age, clear reflection, cultural perceptions of and ideas about masculinity. It is a breathtakingly good read from start to finish. Joshua James Amberson is the author of many small books and zines and runs Antiquated Future, an online store/zine distro/tape label. This is his first full length chapbook of creative nonfiction. He holds an MA in Creative Writing from Portland State University, and teaches writing courses at Portland Community College.