Deeper Than the Ocean

A conversation with Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and author Mirta Ojito explores themes of identity, migration and family history through her latest novel. Taking place Wednesday, April 22 at the Roberto C. Goizueta Pavilion in the Otto G. Richter Library, the program is presented by University of Miami Libraries in collaboration with ArtesMiami and Books & Books.

Ojito will discuss Deeper than the Ocean in conversation with novelist and University of Miami professor Chantel Acevedo. The novel follows a journalist who uncovers unexpected truths about her ancestry, tracing connections across Cuba, Spain and the United States while navigating questions of memory, loss and belonging.

Spanning multiple time periods and locations, the book also draws on historical events such as the sinking of the Valbanera, often referred to as the “poor man’s Titanic.” Copies of the book will be available for purchase at the event.