Brother in the Land
Brother in the Land by Robert Swindells is a New Ed edition published by Puffin in 1985, featuring 151 pages in English. This book presents an ‘After-the-Bomb’ narrative through the eyes of teenage Danny, a survivor navigating a world that has descended into chaos. Set in Shipley, a typical town in northern England, the story explores the challenges of living amidst lawlessness and gang warfare while highlighting Danny’s responsibility to protect his younger brother, Ben, and a girl named Kim.
Readers will find a vivid depiction of survival and the struggle for hope in a fractured society. The narrative delves into themes of resilience and the bonds of family, as Danny confronts the harsh realities of his environment. With its focus on boys and men, this juvenile fiction work captures the essence of a world transformed by disaster, inviting readers to reflect on the possibilities of rebuilding amidst despair.
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An ‘After-the-Bomb’ story told by teenage Danny, one of the survivors – one of the unlucky ones. Set in Shipley, an ordinary town in the north of England, this is a powerful portrayal of a world that has broken down. Danny not only has to cope in a world of lawlessness and gang warfare, but he has to protect and look after his little brother, Ben, and a girl called Kim. Is there any hope left for a new world?
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