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Intruder in the Dust

Book • 1948
William Faulkner's 'Intruder in the Dust' is a Southern Gothic novel that explores themes of race, justice, and social inequality in the American South.

The story follows a young white boy who becomes involved in a murder investigation, challenging the prevailing racial prejudices of his community.

Faulkner masterfully weaves together multiple perspectives and narrative voices, creating a complex and nuanced portrayal of the South's racial dynamics.

The novel's exploration of justice and the search for truth remains relevant, prompting reflection on the enduring legacy of racism and the pursuit of equality.

Its powerful imagery and evocative prose continue to captivate readers.

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Myka Tucker-Abramson
as a less well-known but paradigmatic road novel.
Myka Tucker-Abramson, "Cartographies of Empire: The Road Novel and American Hegemony" (Stanford UP, 2025)

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