The Fire People - Couverture souple

Cordell, Alexander

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ISBN 10 : 034017403X ISBN 13 : 9780340174036

Editeur : Coronet Books, 1989

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Written about the author's native Wales this is one volume of a set of three historical novels recounted by a near-blind man who depicts the excesses of a wake where there was more commotion going on than a Tipperary bath night.

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�diteur: Coronet Books
Date d'�dition: 1989
Langue: anglais
ISBN 10: 034017403X
ISBN 13: 9780340174036
Reliure: Broch�
Nombre de pages: 384
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The fire people

Cordell, Alexander (1914-1997)

Edit� par London : Hodder and Stoughton, 1972

ISBN 10 : 034017403X ISBN 13 : 9780340174036

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First Edition. Very good paperback copy; wrappers somewhat creased and dust-dulled. Remains well-preserved overall; internally tight and clean. Series; Coronet books. Physical description; 381 pages ; 23 cm. Subjects; Lewis, Richard (called Dic Penderyn) (1808-1831). Riots. Merthyr Tydfil (Wales). History. 19th century. Fiction. Historical fiction. 20th century. 1 Kg. N� de r�f. du vendeur 472055

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The Fire People

Cordell, Alexander

Edit� par coronet, 1973

ISBN 10 : 034017403X ISBN 13 : 9780340174036

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Soft cover. Etat : Fair. Some shelf wear, creasing to spine, minor wear to corners and edges, browning to edges, some breaking from spine, inspired by, and climaxes in, the inglorious Merthyr Tydfil riots of 1831 and the hanging of Dic Penderyn, the first welsh martyr of the working class. N� de r�f. du vendeur March 26 0021

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The Fire People

Alexander Cordell

Edit� par Coronet Books, 1973

ISBN 10 : 034017403X ISBN 13 : 9780340174036

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Vendeur : Crappy Old Books, Barry, Royaume-Uni

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Paperback. Etat : Near Fine. There are historical novels that quietly recount events from the past. Then there are Alexander Cordell novels, which stride confidently into history carrying banners, grievances, industrial unrest and enough human drama to power an entire valley. The Fire People , published in 1973 by Coronet Books, is one of Cordell?s most celebrated works, continuing his exploration of Welsh industrial history with the passion, energy and emotional intensity that made him one of Britain?s finest historical novelists. If history classes had always been taught with this much fire, attendance rates might have improved considerably. Set against the backdrop of nineteenth-century Wales, the novel immerses readers in a world transformed by industry, ironworks and social change. This was an age when entire communities were being reshaped by economic forces, and ordinary men and women often found themselves caught in struggles far larger than themselves. Cordell had a remarkable gift for bringing history to life. Rather than presenting events as distant facts, he fills them with flesh-and-blood characters whose hopes, fears and ambitions feel immediate and real. Readers do not simply learn about history. They experience it. There is a delightful irony in the title. Fire can destroy, but it can also forge. The industrial furnaces that dominate the landscape bring hardship, danger and conflict, yet they also create livelihoods, communities and opportunities. Throughout the novel, fire serves as both literal reality and powerful metaphor. What makes Cordell?s work particularly compelling is his deep affection for the people he writes about. His heroes and heroines are rarely aristocrats observing events from comfortable drawing rooms. Instead, they are workers, families and communities struggling to shape their own futures in difficult circumstances. The novel captures a world where life was often harsh and opportunities limited. Yet it also celebrates resilience, courage and the remarkable ability of ordinary people to endure adversity. These themes resonate far beyond the specific historical setting. Readers familiar with Welsh history will recognise many of the social and industrial realities that shaped the nation. Those encountering the period for the first time will find an accessible and highly engaging introduction to a transformative era. There is also something wonderfully unfashionable about Cordell?s belief that history matters. Modern fiction often focuses on individual experience alone. Cordell reminds readers that people live within larger historical currents, and that understanding those currents helps explain both the past and the present. The novel?s emotional power is matched by its vivid sense of place. The valleys, furnaces, towns and landscapes emerge so clearly that readers can almost feel the heat of the works and hear the sounds of industrial life echoing through the pages. This 1973 Coronet Books edition remains in good condition and comes from the shelves of Crappy Old Books. It has survived half a century remarkably well and remains a solid, readable copy of one of the great Welsh historical novels. An excellent acquisition for lovers of historical fiction, Welsh history, industrial heritage or anyone who enjoys powerful stories about ordinary people living through extraordinary times. Passionate, dramatic and deeply humane, The Fire People remains a testament to Alexander Cordell?s extraordinary storytelling abilities and to the communities whose stories he preserved so vividly. N� de r�f. du vendeur 6676

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The Fire People (Coronet Books)

Edit� par -, 1989

ISBN 10 : 034017403X ISBN 13 : 9780340174036

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paperback. Etat : Very Good. The Fire People (Coronet Books) This book is in very good condition and will be shipped within 24 hours of ordering. The cover may have some limited signs of wear but the pages are clean, intact and the spine remains undamaged. This book has clearly been well maintained and looked after thus far. Money back guarantee if you are not satisfied. See all our books here, order more than 1 book and get discounted shipping. N� de r�f. du vendeur 7719-9780340174036

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The Fire People

Cordell, Alexander

Edit� par Hodder & Stoughton General Division, 1989

ISBN 10 : 034017403X ISBN 13 : 9780340174036

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Paperback. Etat : Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. N� de r�f. du vendeur GOR002219537

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The Fire People (Coronet Books)

Cordell, Alexander

Edit� par Hodder & Stoughton General Division, 1989

ISBN 10 : 034017403X ISBN 13 : 9780340174036

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Vendeur : WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, Royaume-Uni

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Paperback. Etat : Fair. A readable copy of the book which may include some defects such as highlighting and notes. Cover and pages may be creased and show discolouration. N� de r�f. du vendeur GOR002929340

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ISBN 10 : 034017403X ISBN 13 : 9780340174036

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paperback. Etat : Very Good. This book is in very good condition and will be shipped within 24 hours of ordering. The cover may have some limited signs of wear but the pages are clean, intact and the spine remains undamaged. This book has clearly been well maintained and looked after thus far. Money back guarantee if you are not satisfied. See all our books here, order more than 1 book and get discounted shipping. N� de r�f. du vendeur 6545-9780340174036

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