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Ironopolis Glen James Brown

Ironopolis By Glen James Brown

Ironopolis by Glen James Brown


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Summary

Glen James Brown orchestrates a remarkable novel across these streets as Ironopolis tells its own story across three generations. Jean unveils a secret on her deathbed and Alan unravels the truth of his father, who has haunted Ironopolis for a lifetime.

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Ironopolis by Glen James Brown

Ironopolis is a warren of streets, memories and people with secrets ... Glen James Brown orchestrates a remarkable novel across these streets as Ironopolis tells its own story across three generations. Jean unveils a secret on her deathbed ... Alan unravels the truth of his father, who has haunted the Burn Council Estate for a lifetime ... Corina is trying to get through one last day at the hairdressers before closing it for good. And then there is the ageless Peg Powler, part myth, part reality and her reason for stalking them all.

Ironopolis Reviews

`The most accomplished working-class novel of the last few years.' - Paul Simon, Morning Star; `...a tapestry of working-class life in all its glory and pain.' - Anthony Cartwright, author of Heartland; `Edgy and arresting debut novel.' - The Bookseller; `... an unflinching tale about narratives at the heart of working class communities and the struggle to keep them alive.' - Northern Soul; `You may have to steel yourself to carry on, but it's worth the journey.' - The Northern Echo

About Glen James Brown

Glen was born in County Durham in 1982 and studied English at Leeds Beckett University. In 2013 he won an AHRC scholarship to study for an M.A. in Creative Writing at the University of Chichester, where he graduated with distinction, and the Kate Betts Memorial Award. Ironopolis, is his first novel. He lives in Manchester.

Additional information

CIN1912681099VG
9781912681099
1912681099
Ironopolis by Glen James Brown
Used - Very Good
Paperback
Parthian Books
2018-11-08
468
N/A
Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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