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About the Book Snow Falling on Cedars

Snow Falling on Cedars by David Guterson is a multi-layered novel set on the fictional San Piedro Island in the Pacific Northwest. The story revolves around the murder trial of Kabuo Miyamoto, a Japanese-American fisherman accused of killing Carl Heine, a fellow fisherman and war veteran. The trial takes place in 1954, a time when racial tensions and prejudices against Japanese-Americans are still prevalent due to the lingering effects of World War II.

The novel delves into themes of love, prejudice, and justice. It explores the complex relationships between the island’s residents, including Ishmael Chambers, a local reporter and war veteran who once had a romantic relationship with Hatsue, Kabuo’s wife. As the trial unfolds, the narrative shifts between the present and flashbacks, revealing the characters’ histories and the deep-seated biases that influence the community’s perception of Kabuo’s guilt.

Guterson’s evocative prose paints a vivid picture of the island’s foggy, cedar-covered landscape, while also highlighting the moral and ethical dilemmas faced by the characters. The novel ultimately questions the nature of truth and the impact of prejudice on justice.

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