Mesa, Sara
Among the Hedges
- ISBN 13:
- 9781948830393
- author:
- Mesa, Sara
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Open Letter
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2021
- Pages:
- 120
- Dimensions:
- 20.1 x 12.7 x 1.3 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, Literary, Fiction & Literature,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Among the Hedges by Sara Mesa is a poignant novel about an unlikely friendship between two individuals from different walks of life. Casi, a teenager who has been hiding in a local park, forms a connection with Viejo, a man in his fifties. As their bond grows, Viejo shares stories and wisdom that challenge societal norms. However, as the story unfolds, secrets from Viejo's past begin to surface, threatening to disrupt Casi's carefully constructed life. With its spare prose, this novel raises important questions about prejudice and assumptions, creating a powerful narrative of two outcasts finding common ground. Through its thoughtful exploration of complex themes, Among the Hedges is a moving portrayal of human connection and understanding.