Harry Dwight and the Quest for Mayoralty

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Set in the fictional town of Rollingdale during a severe drought, the story follows Harry Dwight, a water vendor, and his friend Leo. After discovering that Mayor Zwoke, a corrupt politician, is cheating him, Harry retaliates by sabotaging the mayor's garden party with porcupines. This sparks a feud that leads Harry to run for council, resulting in outrageous political campaigns filled with antics. The narrative explores themes of corruption, rivalry, and the absurdities of local politics, culminating in Harry's eventual victory over the mayor.