Not a River

Three men go out fishing,returning to a favourite spot on the river despite their memories of a terrible accident there years earlier. As a long,sultry day passes,they drink and cook and talk and dance,and try to overcome the ghosts of their past. But they are outsiders,and this intimate,peculiar moment also puts them at odds with the inhabitants of this watery universe,both human and otherwise.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 99 pages
Publication date: 23 January 2024
Publisher: Charco Press

Three men venture out on a fishing expedition, revisiting a cherished spot on the river, despite their harrowing memories of a tragic accident that occurred years ago. As the day unfolds, they indulge in drinks, cooking, conversation, and dancing, striving to confront the lingering specters of their past. However, as outsiders in this intimate and peculiar moment, they find themselves at odds with the inhabitants of this watery universe, both human and otherwise. The forest looms ominously close, and the atmosphere brims with tension, suggesting an inevitable outbreak of violence. Yet, can another tragedy be averted? Selva Almadas latest novel, a masterpiece that spans time like the river that flows through it, showcases her unparalleled style and singular vision of rural Argentina. This profound novel unveils Selva Almada's distinctive voice and extraordinary sensitivity, granting her characters the opportunity to shine and convey the depths of their souls through their actions.

One of the Best Books of 2020, according to Clarín and La Nación, and shortlisted for the prestigious Mario Vargas Llosa Novel Prize.

Weight: 162g
Dimension: 197 x 130 x 10 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781913867454