Sun River
Will be published approx. on 1. May 2019
Book
Paperback/Softback
186 pages
978-1-62557-712-2 (ISBN)
Description
Exquisite stories of yearning and resilience in the American West.
Ben Nickol's Sun River captures the lives of men and women in North Idaho and Western Montana as they grapple with difficult choices. Through off-putting witticisms and hard-won wisdom, these characters navigate the challenges of time, place, and circumstance.
From family dynamics to economic hardship, these stories illuminate the struggles and triumphs of individuals seeking connection and meaning in a changing world. Discover an American vernacular worn and scarred by time, where hope and defiance endure against all odds. A rewarding read for those who appreciate character-driven fiction with emotional resonance.
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
Watertown
United States
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Unsewn / adhesive bound
Dimensions
Height: 213 mm
Width: 140 mm
Thickness: 13 mm
Weight
227 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-62557-712-2 (9781625577122)
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Schweitzer Classification
Person
Ben's earlier books are Adherence (2016) and Where the Wind Can Find It (2015). His stories and essays have appeared widely, in journals such as Alaska Quarterly Review, Boulevard, Redivider, Tin House Online, Fugue and CutBank, and have been honored by the Arkansas Arts Council and Best American Sports Writing, among other organizations. He lives with his family in Kansas, and teaches Creative Writing at Wichita State University.