
Playing Basra
Edward L. Brown(Author)
Exile Editions (Publisher)
Published on 30. April 2009
Book
Paperback/Softback
194 pages
978-1-55096-113-3 (ISBN)
Description
Set in the urban heart of a big city, this novel follows the hilarious and tragic exploits of three well-intentioned but reckless brothers who try to survive poverty and misfortune through sheer determination. With vibrant style and engaging dialogue, this insightful narrative's portrays both lighthearted and serious issues--from joyriding and stealing bread to dealing with the disastrous consequences of army enlistment and a son's involvement in his father's accidental death. The first chapter," "" ""Beer Bottles and Bowling Balls," was nominated for the prestigious Writer's Trust of Canada Journey Prize.
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Language
English
Place of publication
Toronto, ON
Canada
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Unsewn / adhesive bound
Dimensions
Height: 221 mm
Width: 152 mm
Thickness: 13 mm
Weight
299 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-55096-113-3 (9781550961133)
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Schweitzer Classification
Person
Edward Brown is a freelance writer whose fiction has appeared in several literary journals. He lives in Toronto, Ontario.