About the Book: n Watershed, acclaimed author Percival Everett crafts a gripping literary thriller set in the rugged terrain north of Denver, where hydrologist Robert Hawks becomes entangled in a deadly conflict over Native American treaty rights. What starts as a peaceful fishing trip soon spirals into murder, government conspiracies, and deep-rooted injustice. Exploring the powerful alliance between Black Panther activists and Native American movements during the 1960s Civil Rights era, Everett sheds light on America’s buried histories. With sharp satire and profound insight, Watershed delves into themes of racial justice, political resistance, and environmental exploitation. Part of the Picador Modern Classics Collection, this novel is essential reading for fans of socially conscious fiction and contemporary American literature.
