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Acclaimed author Barbara Kingsolver, whose 'Demon Copperhead' has captivated millions, unveils a gripping true account of women-led fortitude during the 1983 Great Arizona Mine Strike. Now available to UK readers for the first time, this narrative showcases Kingsolver's unparalleled storytelling prowess.
In the summer of 1983, Kingsolver, then a scientific writer and fledgling journalist, embarked on a pivotal assignment to document the Phelps Dodge mine strike. Over the course of a year, she became deeply entwined with the miners and their families, bearing witness to their struggles and triumphs.
With meticulous attention to detail, Kingsolver chronicles the tales of striking miners and their remarkably brave wives, sisters, and daughters. She observed, with growing dismay, the denial of basic rights to individuals she had come to cherish, as they pleaded for recognition from a world that seemed indifferent or oblivious to their plight.
This compelling work recounts the unwavering resolve of families who stood their ground, and Kingsolver's dedication to illuminating the experiences of women and girls who discovered their inner strength amidst the fight against financial ruin. It is a testament to the sparks of resilience that ignite when unyielding force collides with human determination.
From the esteemed author who clinched both the Pulitzer and Women's Prize for Fiction in 2023, 'Holding the Line' offers a riveting exploration of courage, solidarity, and the profound impact of grassroots activism.
Book ISBN: | 9780571392070 |
Book Author: | Barbara Kingsolver |
Book Format: | Hardback |
Book Imprint: | Faber & Faber |
Book Publisher: | Faber & Faber |
Book Dimensions: | 223 x 145 x 31 cm |
Book Publication Date: | 2024-10-10 |
Book Pagination: | 320 pages |
Book Weight: | 430g |
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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.’