Drown (1996) by Junot Díaz is a critically acclaimed collection of ten short stories exploring the lives of Dominican immigrants navigating poverty, identity, and loss between the Dominican Republic and New Jersey. Primarily narrated by Yunior de las Casas, the stories center on themes of immigration, dysfunctional masculinity, and the struggle for survival in urban landscapes. The paperback edition typically features a stark, gritty portrayal of the immigrant experience.