Tom Berry

Holocaust Now: and Other Stories Tom Berry

"Holocaust Now" A nuclear war is pending as the four children of Mrs. Treven return home for a family reunion. Their marriages reflect the divisions in American society. Claire married a Moslem, Sue-a Jew, Tom-a Black, and David-a Chinese. Their mother fears a dreadful family squabble because of the political climate. It occurs when all of them face doom because of the nuclear holocaust that brings havoc throughout the land."The Lobbyist" is cunning, deceitful and amoral; yet these qualities have made him very successful. He feels he has conquered his world until an event takes place that shows him the futility of all his efforts."Mr Iris of the IRS" preys on the taxpayers' fears of being caught and exposes the worst human vices."Even Steven" explores in dramatic form the events that take place when a wife invites her husband's former lovers for a weekend. Other stories are "Vignettes from Life".