The Dog Stars
The Dog Stars by Peter Heller, published by Headline Review in 2012, is a 320-page work of fiction that explores themes of survival and connection in a post-apocalyptic world. The story follows Hig, who grapples with loss and trauma after a global disaster. With only his dog Jasper, a neighbor, and a Cessna airplane, Hig navigates a desolate landscape, managing his dwindling resources while contemplating the possibility of other survivors.
Readers will find a narrative that balances action and adventure with literary depth, as Hig’s journey unfolds beyond mere survival. The story delves into his internal struggles and the relationships that sustain him, ultimately leading him to confront the unknown. This edition invites exploration of the dystopian elements that shape Hig’s reality, offering a poignant reflection on hope amidst despair.
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THE ROAD – but with hope. Hig, bereaved and traumatised after global disaster, has three things to live for – his dog Jasper, his aggressive but helpful neighbour, and his Cessna aeroplane. He’s just about surviving, so long as he only takes his beloved plane for short journeys, and saves his remaining fuel. But, just once, he picks up a message from another pilot, and eventually the temptation to find out who else is still alive becomes irresistible. So he takes his plane over the horizon, knowing that he won’t have enough fuel to get back. What follows is scarier and more life-affirming than he could have imagined.
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