American Rust by Philipp Meyer

This novel takes place in a small, economically depressed Pennsylvania town and follows two young men, Isaac and Billy, who are best friends. After a tragic incident involving a transient, the two friends are forced to flee. The novel explores themes of friendship, the American Dream, and the harsh realities of life in a declining Rust Belt town. The story is told from multiple perspectives, including the two friends, their family members, and the local sheriff.

The 6485th greatest book of all time


Published
2009
Nationality
American
Type
Fiction
Pages
384
Words
100,000
Original Language
English
Alternate Titles
None

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