Award-winning novelist Maggie O'Farrell has released "Land," a historical novel published on June 2, 2026.
The story
Set in 1865, the book follows a father and son undertaking the monumental task of mapping the entire country in the wake of the Great Hunger. O'Farrell, known for richly imagined historical fiction, turns her attention to a landscape scarred by famine.
An anticipated release
"Land" is among the most anticipated literary titles of June, joining a strong month for fiction. O'Farrell's previous work has earned critical acclaim and a devoted readership.
Sources: Faber, Flyleaf Books.