The Wherewithal: A Novel in Verse by Philip Schultz

Welcome to the exciting world of Philip Schultz’s The Wherewithal: A Novel in Verse. This book of poetry tells the story of a successful sculptor and gallery owner-turned-mentor as he journeys through a mid-life crisis. Through his struggles with depression, self-doubt, and age, the sculptor discovers a newfound appreciation for life and finds solace in the power of art.

The Wherewithal is an uplifting and poetic exploration of life themes. Through words, imagery, and structure, the reader feels a sweeping sense of hope and joy. Schultz takes readers on a beautiful journey of self-discovery, taking them through cycles of pain and joy, acceptance to exploration, and ultimately culminating in a moment of newfound understanding and respect for life.

The novel is structured in a series of poems, each exploring a different facet or dimension of the sculptor’s life. Initially, the book is about failure. He is stuck in a loop of trying, failing, and trying again, causing him to dread the present and hate his own mediocracy. He eventually realizes that his negative thinking has kept him from finding true purpose and happiness.

Through a downward spiral of depression and self-doubt, he comes to understand that the source of his unhappiness lies within himself. To confront his feelings, he seeks out the help of a mentor, who helps him to look inward. Through self-reflection, he is able to get to the root of his issues and acknowledge that his true gifts lie in his light and optimism.

The novel culminates in an epiphany. Through his mentor’s guidance and his own self-awakening, he finds a newfound appreciation for life and respect for his artistic talents. He realizes that the only way to reach his true potential is to let go of his attachment to the past and look forward to the new possibilities of existence. In turn, he discovers a newfound inner strength and creative capacity to create his own destiny.

The Wherewithal is a multi-layered, emotionally-laden journey of artistic resilience and redemption. Its poetic, dense prose avoids conventional plot structures and includes underlying messages of hope, optimism, and understanding. Philip Schultz’s beautiful novel in verse is an experience that will linger with readers long after they’ve completed the book. It is an inspiring tour de force that will leave readers with a newfound appreciation for life, art, and the power of transformation.