Snow Falling on Cedars by David Guterson | Award-Winning Bestseller & Major Motion Picture Tie-In Edition

Experience the haunting beauty and emotional depth of Snow Falling on Cedars by David Guterson, the award-winning #1 bestseller that captivated readers and critics alike. Now a major motion picture from Universal Pictures, this modern classic weaves a powerful story of love, prejudice, and justice set against the backdrop of the misty Pacific Northwest.

First published in 1994, Snow Falling on Cedars is a literary and courtroom drama that unfolds on the fictional San Piedro Island in Washington State during the 1950s. The novel follows Ishmael Chambers, a local journalist, as he covers the murder trial of Kabuo Miyamoto, a Japanese American fisherman accused of killing a fellow islander. As the story unfolds, it reveals deep-seated racial tensions lingering from World War II, forbidden love between Ishmael and Kabuo’s wife, Hatsue, and the enduring scars of wartime prejudice.

Guterson’s lyrical prose captures both the stark natural beauty of the island and the moral complexity of his characters. Winner of the PEN/Faulkner Award for Fiction, the novel is celebrated for its evocative atmosphere, historical insight, and timeless exploration of truth and reconciliation.

📘 Key Features:

• Title: Snow Falling on Cedars

• Author: David Guterson

• Genre: Historical Fiction / Courtroom Drama / Literary Fiction

• Publication Year: 1994

• Awards: PEN/Faulkner Award for Fiction

• Film Adaptation: Universal Pictures (1999)

• Themes: Love, prejudice, justice, memory, postwar America

💫 Why You’ll Love It:
Snow Falling on Cedars stands as one of the most beautifully written novels of the late 20th century, blending mystery, romance, and social commentary into a story that lingers long after the final page. Perfect for book collectors, literature enthusiasts, and fans of historical fiction, this edition is a must-have for readers who appreciate stories that challenge the heart as well as the mind.