Hernan Diaz

Hernan Diaz, a Pulitzer Prize-winning novelist and essayist, delves into themes of truth and power in his novel, Trust. He explores the significance of narratives shaped by wealth and the systematic exclusion of women from finance. Hernan shares his insights on how silence can reveal deeper truths and discusses the challenges and persistence faced by writers. Additionally, he reveals exciting details about the upcoming TV adaptation of Trust, featuring Kate Winslet and directed by Todd Haynes.

Hernan Diaz, the Pulitzer Prize-winning author of 'Trust,' dives deep into the world of finance and personal relationships. He discusses his novel's unique narrative structure, showcasing four distinct voices that provide conflicting accounts of a tycoon’s life during the Roaring Twenties. Diaz emphasizes the abstract nature of finance, intertwining it with themes of trust and ethics. He also reflects on the joys and challenges of writing, the impact of language and identity on creativity, and the struggle for literature to thrive in an age of distraction.