--- product_id: 49865962 title: "In the Distance Paperback – October 10, 2017" brand: "hernán diaz" price: "£24.70" currency: GBP in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/49865962-in-the-distance-paperback-october-10-2017 store_origin: GB region: Great Britain --- # In the Distance Paperback – October 10, 2017 **Brand:** hernán diaz **Price:** £24.70 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** In the Distance Paperback – October 10, 2017 by hernán diaz - **How much does it cost?** £24.70 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/49865962-in-the-distance-paperback-october-10-2017) ## Best For - hernán diaz enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted hernán diaz brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Full description not available ## Images ![In the Distance Paperback – October 10, 2017 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71G+pGi6ApL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars Strange and absorbing *by R***S on Reviewed in the United States on August 31, 2018* Loneliness and solitude permeate the atmosphere of this strange and absorbing tale. No conventional western ever quite like it. The writing is crisp and the language used throughout can be described as playful. For a debut novel it resonated with maturity in the writing of it. Hakan is a character I will remember for some time and his story is one of loneliness, grief and solitude. Some have remarked on the ending as sudden or disappointing with no resolution. I found the opposite to be true. The ending meshed with the opening prologue in, for me, a satisfying manner and the conclusion of the story reminded me of Tom Hanks driving off into the distance at the end of Castaway.The writing engaged me throughout, especially toward the end and the two chapters devoted to his existence in the burrow. Never have I read such poignant sentences defining solitude and isolation. There was also a full page near the beginning that was filled with English as Hakan, a Swedish immigrant, heard it that I found startling and brilliant.This novel has been nominated for numerous awards and would deserve any and all of them. A masterful work, an engaging read, memorable writing and characters, worth every one of the 5 stars I've given it. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful story telling *by S***A on Reviewed in the United States on May 13, 2024* Although I have rarely read a book with such beautiful storytelling, I found myself frustrated along the way. Nevertheless, this is a fine read from a very gifted writer. I don’t want to give anything away so I won’t go into detail, but if you’re a person who appreciates a talented writer, this is an extraordinary book. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars Bound to Become a Western Classic *by A***T on Reviewed in the United States on May 17, 2018* The reader may start this book and think, "This sure seems familiar." Indeed, the author mirrors motifs we've encountered in westerns by Zane Grey or Louis L'Amour or in the oaters we've watched in the cinema and on TV. There is the expected cast of characters: good guys and bad guys, Native Americans, pioneers, cowboys, gold miners, posses and soldiers. But actually, Diaz's novel surpasses all that in a raw and unvarnished tale. There is little dialogue and his lyrical prose gives the main characters a depth and breadth that include both physical features and demeanors. He describes in vivid detail the settings of the West from canyons to mountains, prairies to deserts in the blazing heat of summer to the frozen depths of winter.The plot is about two Swedish brothers, Håkan and Linus Söderström who are sent by their father to America so they will have a brighter future. It is around 1849, the time of the Great American Gold Rush. The boys sail to Portsmouth, England and plan to board a ship for NY, but the boys get separated. Håkan sails by himself on a boat bound for California and he assumes his brother has sailed to New York. As soon as Håkan lands, he seeks to cross the country to get to New York and find his brother. It is "a journey of an unfilled idea". The thought of a reunion with his brother pulls the protagonist like a steady and strong magnet. While waves of pioneers move west, Håkan journeys east. The reader is most often his sole companion and confidant for Håkan is a man of few words who lives mainly in his head. "His mind was empty, but sometimes that void demanded all his attention." The narrative slows and the reader experiences with Håkan the plodding routine of a grueling trek that at any moment can take a dangerous turn. The novel's conclusion is unexpected and yet, in character with the protagonist. Will he ever find the peace and safety he seeks? This remains for the reader to decide. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/49865962-in-the-distance-paperback-october-10-2017](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/49865962-in-the-distance-paperback-october-10-2017) --- *Product available on Desertcart Great Britain* *Store origin: GB* *Last updated: 2026-04-22*