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There There

There There

Contemporary LiteratureLiterary Fiction
Pages
294
Published
2018
Language
English

Synopsis

Tommy Orange's 'There There' brings together a diverse cast of Native American characters, all converging on the Big Oakland Powwow. Their individual stories, marked by struggle and hope, intertwine as they grapple with their identities, histories, and the complexities of modern urban life. This powerful novel explores themes of belonging, legacy, and the enduring spirit of a community facing an uncertain future.

Prose complexity
7/10

Vibe

MelancholicThought-ProvokingComplex
Multiple POVsFamily SagaRedemption Arc

Genres

Contemporary Literature Literary Fiction

Authors

J
Julia Osuna Aguilar

Julia Osuna Aguilar is a writer known for her contributions to contemporary fiction and essay collections such as Todas las esquizofrenias. Her bibliography includes titles like Cosmicomic bolsillo, showcasing her range across different literary styles.

T
Tommy Orange

American novelist and writer who's first book, There There (2018), was a finalist for the 2019 Pulitzer Prize and received the 2019 American Book Award.

Characters

Jacquie Red FeatherProtagonist
Dene OxedreneProtagonist
Edwin FrankProtagonist
Bobby Big MedicineProtagonist
Opal Viola Victoria Bear ShieldProtagonist
All characters in There There

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