First published 2013
Acclaimed essayist Rebecca Solnit weaves a tapestry of personal stories, historical anecdotes, and imaginative reflections. From wandering San Francisco's streets to the libraries of distant cities, Solnit maps the subtle connections between people, places, and the stories we tell. At its heart, "The Faraway Nearby" is a profound meditation on empathy, resilience, and the transformative power of storytelling.
Genres: essays, literary-fiction, memoir, non-fiction, 21st-century, academic
Vibes: emotional, intimate, lyrical, thought-provoking
Tropes: found-family, personal-journey
Setting: San Francisco
Period: 21st-century
259 pages · Hardcover · Viking