In the Distance
In the Distance by Hernan Diaz is a novel published by Penguin on March 5, 2024, featuring 272 pages in English. This work tells the story of a young Swedish immigrant who finds himself alone and destitute in California. As he embarks on a journey eastward in search of his brother, he encounters a diverse array of characters, including criminals, naturalists, and lawmen, all while navigating the challenges posed by the mass migration westward.
Readers will discover a narrative that transcends traditional historical fiction, as Diaz explores themes of identity and the complexities of cultural stereotypes. The protagonist’s journey not only highlights the struggles of an immigrant but also offers a nuanced perspective on the American experience. This edition presents a unique take on the Western genre, blending elements of literary fiction and saga, making it a thought-provoking read for those interested in the intersections of history and personal narrative.
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FINALIST FOR THE PULITZER PRIZE
FINALIST FOR THE PEN/FAULKNER AWARD
WINNER OF THE WHITING AWARD
WINNER OF THE SAROYAN INTERNATIONAL PRIZE FOR WRITING
WINNTER OF THE VCU CABELL FIRST NOVELIST AWARD
WINNER OF THE NEW AMERICAN VOICES AWARD
A PUBLISHERS WEEKLY TOP 10 BOOK OF THE YEAR
The first novel by the Pulitzer Prize–winning author of Trust, an exquisite and blisteringly intelligent story of a young Swedish boy, separated from his brother, who becomes a legend and an outlaw
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 criminals, naturalists, religious fanatics, swindlers, American 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.
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