Detalhes do Livro
Formato
Brochura
Páginas
491
Idioma
Inglês
Publicado
Mar 1, 2019
Editora
De Bezige Bij
ISBN-10
9403149000
ISBN-13
9789403149004
Descrição
Set in England during the tumultuous year of 2010, the narrative delves into a society grappling with the consequences of rapid modernization and economic shifts. As traditional car factories give way to interchangeable retail chains, the very fabric of urban life begins to fray. Amidst this transformation, London serves as a backdrop, its streets echoing with the unrest and uncertainty of a changing world.
The story captures the lives of diverse characters, each navigating a landscape where familiarity is crumbling. Their paths intertwine, revealing personal struggles against a backdrop of societal upheaval. These individuals wrestle with their identities in an environment laden with commercial detachment and cultural dislocation.
Through sharp observations and vivid storytelling, the authors explore themes of nostalgia, belonging, and the impact of consumerism on everyday life. The decay of local industries symbolizes a broader loss of community, prompting reflections on what it means to truly belong in an ever-replacing world.
With a blend of wit and poignancy, this work invites readers to consider the deeper implications of progress and the ways in which people adapt to the relentless march of change. As old values clash with new realities, the narrative resonates with anyone who has felt the pangs of change in their own community.
The story captures the lives of diverse characters, each navigating a landscape where familiarity is crumbling. Their paths intertwine, revealing personal struggles against a backdrop of societal upheaval. These individuals wrestle with their identities in an environment laden with commercial detachment and cultural dislocation.
Through sharp observations and vivid storytelling, the authors explore themes of nostalgia, belonging, and the impact of consumerism on everyday life. The decay of local industries symbolizes a broader loss of community, prompting reflections on what it means to truly belong in an ever-replacing world.
With a blend of wit and poignancy, this work invites readers to consider the deeper implications of progress and the ways in which people adapt to the relentless march of change. As old values clash with new realities, the narrative resonates with anyone who has felt the pangs of change in their own community.