Pulitzer Prize-winning author Hernán Díaz has released a new book titled “Ply,” which tells the story of a young woman who creatively taps into electricity to host punk shows in a world that has returned to a more natural state. In an interview with NPR, Díaz discusses how the novel explores themes of selfhood, identity, and intimacy. This story is significant as it delves into how individuals navigate their identities and relationships in a changing world, offering readers a chance to reflect on their own lives and the society they live in.
QUESTION: How might the themes of selfhood and identity in “Ply” resonate with your own experiences as you navigate your teenage years?
In ‘Ply,’ Hernán Díaz imagines what we become after the world we know
