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Prepare to be enthralled by this masterpiece of prose, a gripping tale that seizes your attention from the outset and refuses to relinquish its hold. With exquisite authenticity and riveting narrative, this literary gem plunges you into a heart-pounding adventure.
Two desperate souls embark on a perilous 400-mile journey through hostile terrain. Pursued relentlessly by ground forces and an ever-present helicopter, their very existence becomes a moment-to-moment battle for survival. Every twitch of muscle, bead of perspiration, and split-second decision could mean the difference between life and death.
As they endure gruelling cross-country treks, hazardous supply raids, and moments of sheer terror, an unbreakable bond forms between the two men. Under the crushing weight of their circumstances, their connection deepens, forged in the crucible of their shared ordeal.
This lesser-known classic of its genre, shortlisted for the inaugural Booker Prize in 1969, showcases Barry England's remarkable talent. His prose, likened to the elegant austerity of steel scaffolding, elevates this adrenaline-fuelled narrative to a brilliant literary achievement.
Book ISBN: | 9781784875992 |
Book Author: | Barry England |
Book Format: | Paperback / softback |
Book Imprint: | Vintage Classics |
Book Publisher: | Vintage Publishing |
Book Dimensions: | 128 x 196 x 30 cm |
Book Publication Date: | 2020-07-16 |
Book Pagination: | 224 pages |
Book Weight: | 162g |
Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.
This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.
We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.
Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’
Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.
This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.
We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.
Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’