The Overstory - Richard Powers - Bog

Introducing 'The Overstory' by acclaimed author Richard Powers. This mesmerizing novel, published in 2019, is a tour de force in the genre of contemporary fiction. The narrative weaves an intricate tapestry around the lives of its characters, with the overarching theme of nature and trees providing a unique backdrop. Powers' storytelling prowess is on full display as he masterfully intertwines the human narrative with the larger-than-life existence of the overstory – the world above the human realm, inhabited by the sprawling majesty of trees. Published by Vintage Publishing, 'The Overstory' is a testament to the enduring power of nature and a call to acknowledge our place within it. This book is a must-read for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of our relationship with the world around us.

Richard Powers is the author of twelve novels, including Orfeo (which was longlisted for the Man Booker Prize), The Echo Maker, The Time of Our Singing, Galatea 2.2 and Plowing the Dark. He is the recipient of a MacArthur grant and the National Book Award, and has been a Pulitzer Prize and four-time NBCC finalist. He lives in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains.