
Jim Harrison
9 SeriesJim Harrison was an American novelist and poet known for his prolific output across multiple genres. He published over three dozen books, including literary criticism, screenplays, and book reviews. Harrison is best known for his novella trilogy, Legends of the Fall, which was adapted into a film.
In "Dalva: A Novel" by Jim Harrison, Dalva, a woman raised on the Nebraska prairie, now lives in California but is haunted by memories of her son given up for adoption. At forty-five, she decides to return to her roots to reconnect with her family and search for her former love, a half-Sioux man. Through Dalva's journey, Harrison explores the dynamics of a compelling family, making this one of his most memorable works.