Detalhes do Livro
Formato
Capa dura
Páginas
256
Idioma
Inglês
Publicado
Mar 6, 2008
Editora
Random House
ISBN-10
184607438X
ISBN-13
9781846074387
Descrição
In the gritty setting of Tiger Bay, Cardiff, during the year 1950, an enigmatic crate arrives on a Scandinavian cargo ship, stirring curiosity among the dockworkers. The atmosphere is thick with anticipation as whispers circulate about the crate’s contents, igniting imaginations and raising questions that linger in the air. What secrets lie within its wooden walls?
As the story unfolds, the lives of the locals become entwined with the crate's arrival. Each character grapples with their past, juggling personal aspirations and haunting memories. The dockside community becomes a tapestry of interwoven tales, revealing the struggles of post-war life and the desire for redemption.
Amidst the intrigue and secrecy, the crate symbolizes the unknown, acting as a catalyst that forces characters to confront their histories. The narrative delves deep into themes of identity, memory, and connection, drawing readers into a compelling exploration of how the past shapes the present.
As the story unfolds, the lives of the locals become entwined with the crate's arrival. Each character grapples with their past, juggling personal aspirations and haunting memories. The dockside community becomes a tapestry of interwoven tales, revealing the struggles of post-war life and the desire for redemption.
Amidst the intrigue and secrecy, the crate symbolizes the unknown, acting as a catalyst that forces characters to confront their histories. The narrative delves deep into themes of identity, memory, and connection, drawing readers into a compelling exploration of how the past shapes the present.
Gêneros
Ficção Científica
Infantil