We decided to go to Metropolis because we heard there was a giant Superman statue in the middle of town and even though it would be a long, hot drive, it felt like something kitschy and summery to do with the great swaths of time afforded by summer break. That none of us had a particular affinity for Superman made the folly of the trip even more amusing.
Metropolis, Illinois is the only city in the United States with that name. The young woman who worked at the Superman Museum gift shop informed us of this in a bored but friendly voice when we asked. It was clear she had delivered her speech about Metropolis more times than a person should ever say one thing.
Metropolis, Illinois is the only city in the United States with that name. The young woman who worked at the Superman Museum gift shop informed us of this in a bored but friendly voice when we asked. It was clear she had delivered her speech about Metropolis more times than a person should ever say one thing.
( Roxane Gay )
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