Growing up with a police officer father and a professional cook mother, the narrator navigates a childhood marked by divorce, a fascination with Nadia Comaneci, and the ever-present influence of Quebec culture. As he grapples with identity and belonging, he encounters a cast of unforgettable characters and finds solace in literature and the natural world.
From schoolyard bullies to a great horned owl, each encounter shapes his understanding of the world. This poignant and humorous novel explores themes of family, memory, and the search for meaning in a world that is both unforgiving and full of wonder. Perfect for readers who enjoy literary fiction with a touch of historical and autobiographical elements.
Growing up with a police officer father and a professional cook mother, the narrator navigates a childhood marked by divorce, a fascination with Nadia Comaneci, and the ever-present influence of Quebec culture. As he grapples with identity and belonging, he encounters a cast of unforgettable characters and finds solace in literature and the natural world.
From schoolyard bullies to a great horned owl, each encounter shapes his understanding of the world. This poignant and humorous novel explores themes of family, memory, and the search for meaning in a world that is both unforgiving and full of wonder. Perfect for readers who enjoy literary fiction with a touch of historical and autobiographical elements.
Life in the Court of Matane
266
Life in the Court of Matane
266
Product Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781771860765 |
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| Publisher: | Baraka Books |
| Publication date: | 07/01/2016 |
| Pages: | 266 |
| Product dimensions: | 5.50(w) x 8.40(h) x 0.60(d) |