The Book of Unknown Americans
- 304 pages
- 11 hours of reading
A deeply moving novel about the many different voices of the immigrant experience, inspired by the story of the author's father
Cristina Henríquez Books
Cristina Henríquez crafts narratives that delve into the intricate connections between people and their search for identity in unfamiliar landscapes. Her works are characterized by a profound understanding of the human psyche and a sensitive portrayal of characters navigating the challenges of displacement and belonging. Henríquez builds rich, atmospheric worlds that draw readers into the emotional core of her stories. Her prose is both lyrical and deeply resonant, establishing her as a significant voice in contemporary literature.
"A novel about the construction of the Panama Canal, following the intersecting lives of the local families fighting to protect their homeland, the West Indian laborers recruited to dig the waterway, and the white Americans who gained profit and glory for themselves"--
