Angela Graham Pořadí knih

Sanctuary is - urgent. The pandemic has made people crave it; political crises are denying it to millions; the earth is no longer our haven. Even our minds & bodies are not refuges we can rely on. Angela Graham & 5 other poets from Wales & Northern Ireland explore Sanctuary from the inside, asking how we can save the earth, ourselves and others?

Many of the characters in 'A City Burning' face decisions about embracing a fuller life, though at a cost to themselves. Others are witness to events in which they must decide to be involved or pass by. These are stories, especially the ones set in The Troubles, where the reader is bound to a characters dilemmas by tellingly empathetic writing.

The story follows Angela, who, while enjoying cherries, accidentally swallows some pits. Her Grandpa humorously warns her that a cherry tree will sprout from her ear, a notion Angela finds ridiculous. This whimsical premise invites readers to explore themes of imagination and the playful nature of childhood beliefs, prompting them to consider the fantastical possibilities of growing a tree in such an unusual way.

Set against the backdrop of the Northern Ontario wilderness, the story follows Toby and his family on a camping trip that takes a turn when Toby, Graham, and Evelyn stray from their campsite and become lost. As they navigate the challenges of the wild, they encounter a series of thrilling and perilous adventures, revealing the dangers and mysteries that the forest holds. The narrative explores themes of survival, family bonds, and the allure of nature, making for an exhilarating journey of self-discovery and resilience.