They Took Him Away in a Wagon

Horace Manifold, a mild-mannered college English professor, discovers a strange phenomenon where events he describes in his novel miraculously happen to him. His writing gains critical acclaim, leading to a series of surreal adventures that mirror his storytelling, ultimately culminating in the completion of his own novel—this very book. Morris Berman, a prolific author and cultural critic, provides the context for the story, highlighting his distinguished career and contributions to literature and social thought.