The Silent Striker - Couverture souple

Kalu, Pete

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1908446331 ISBN 13 : 9781908446336

Editeur : HopeRoad, 2015

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur :

Marcus is the best player in his football team. He's actually so good that there's a very real chance he'll be signed by Manchester United. But when he discovers he may be losing his hearing, his whole world falls to pieces and he finds himself having to put them back together on his own. But is this feeling of isolation real or just a consequence of his own behaviour? While dealing with parents, friends and first girlfriends, Marcus gradually understands that accepting the help of others is ultimately an acceptance of self A novel about friendship and family, The Silent Striker explores the issue of disability, and deafness, and the different ways in which we can choose to handle it.

Revue de presse :

'This is a book full to the brim with joy, heartache and passion for the beautiful game. (Melvin Burgess), A welcome addition to British writing in this genre. It is a strong inspirational story about human aspiration, overcoming and achievement.' (Jacob Ross, author); 'Touching, funny and well tackled!' (Muli Amaye, novelist); 'A richly compelling, emotionally resonant tale of courage.' (Melanie Amri, author); 'A compelling story.' (Rajeev Balasubramanyam, author); 'It's been a long time coming but THE MASTER is back... Peter Kalu returns with a story that takes you through every emotion a young school boy goes through.' (Dotun Adebayo, BBC Radio 5) --Dotun Adebayo, BBC Radio 5

À propos de cette édition

• Éditeur: HopeRoad
• Date d'édition: 2015
• ISBN 10: 1908446331
• ISBN 13: 9781908446336
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 200