Colum McCann's new novel, Twist, unfolds against the backdrop of a historical building that plays a crucial role in the global internet infrastructure. The story centers on crews repairing undersea cables, essential for international communication, amidst geopolitical tensions involving countries like Russia and China. McCann visits the building as part of his research for the novel, highlighting the bizarre juxtaposition of an architecturally intriguing lobby now serving as a nerve center for the digital age. This interaction emphasizes the quiet yet profound importance of such locations in modern life.
"On the outside, it's another New York building you might notice as being architecturally cool, or you might just walk by."
"Twist is a novel for our time, depicting an oceangoing crew that repairs undersea cables, crucial for global communication."
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