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In the Distance

By Hernan Diaz
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In the Distance by Hernan Diaz follows a young Swedish immigrant named Håkan as he finds himself alone and lost in the vast American West during the nineteenth century. His journey is both physical and existential as he aims to reunite with his brother. Amidst the harsh landscape and encounters with diverse characters, Håkan's odyssey challenges his perceptions of survival, identity, and belonging.
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You might enjoy this book if you appreciate a fresh take on the American West, full of striking landscapes and a sense of solitude. This narrative combines a profound journey with introspective themes, offering a unique perspective on immigration and identity. If you are drawn to richly detailed storytelling and existential explorations, this might be a compelling read for you.

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In the Distance

A lyrical western about loneliness, companionship and wonder.

Book Hero Magic formatted this description to make it easier to read. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! Description

A young Swedish immigrant finds himself penniless and alone in California. The boy travels east in search of his brother, moving on foot against the great current of emigrants pushing west.

Driven back again and again, he meets naturalists, criminals, religious fanatics, swindlers, Indians, and lawmen, and his exploits turn him into a legend.

Diaz defies the conventions of historical fiction and genre, offering a probing look at the stereotypes that populate our past and a portrait of radical foreignness.

In the Distance challenges traditional narratives, inviting readers to rethink the stories we tell about our history.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781911547235

Publisher: Daunt Books

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 21 June 2018

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Daunt Books

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 344

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Fiction General Fiction Hernan Diaz Historical Fiction Literary Fiction

About the Author

Hernan Diaz is the author of Borges, Between History and Eternity and is the associate director of the Hispanic Institute at Columbia University. He lives in New York.

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