You Bring the Distant Near Sarah Clarkson can young hearts of different

can young hearts of different creeds and nations learn to find a common language

"A groundbreaking book that shines a clear light on one of the darkest moments of history

and yet anchored with deep-running roots into the earthy and the everyday

this charming book captures a time of surpassing wonder for readers of all ages—and bids everyone in the hushed forest a peaceful good night

born of the dignity of man

You Bring the Distant Near Sarah Clarkson can young hearts of differentA 2017 National Book Award Longlist Title with six starred reviews! Told in alternating teen voices across three generations, You Bring the Distant Near explores sisterhood, first loves, friendship, and the inheritance of culturefor better or worse. From a grandmother worried that her children are losing their Indian identity to a daughter wrapped up in a forbidden biracial love affair to a granddaughter social activist fighting to preserve Bengali