Walk Me to the Distance

Walk Me to the Distance by Percival L. Everett is a first edition novel published by Ticknor & Fields in 1985. This 209-page book is written in English and explores the life of David Larson, a recently returned Vietnam veteran in Slut’s Hole, Wyoming. The narrative follows his efforts to form a posse to locate Butch, a seven-year-old Vietnamese war orphan, alongside the severely disabled son of a local widow and sheep rancher.
Readers will find a story that delves into themes of psychological complexity, the impact of the Vietnam War, and the experiences of individuals with disabilities. The setting in Wyoming adds a unique backdrop to the unfolding events, highlighting the challenges faced by the characters as they navigate their intertwined lives. This edition presents a thoughtful exploration of human connections and the struggles that arise in the aftermath of conflict.
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In Slut’s Hole, Wyoming, recently returned Vietnam veteran David Larson forms a posse to find Butch, a seven-year-old Vietnamese war orphan, and the severely retarded son of Sixbury, a one-legged, widow-lady sheep rancher
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