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Human, Animal is an ode to the wild, an elegy for what we have lost and a reproof of our society's inability to find common ground. Since the death of his brother, veteran dairy farmer George has been struggling to keep the family business afloat. His troubles only worsen when animal rights activists descend on his cowshed one morning to film content for their social media. The fallout is unprecedented, especially as George's youngest child appears to side with the activists. As the family navigate the real-world consequences of going viral, George's elderly mother sleepwalks back to her youth, and a secret she has carried with her for decades - one that could change everything for them all. A revealing debut novel about the importance of connection in a divided world, exploring themes of family, identity, the enduring effects of conflict and the friction between tradition and progress - from land use and animal rights, to gender, sexuality and relationships. Human, Animal is perfect for fans of Pity by Andrew McMillan, Young Mungo by Douglas Stuart, A Town Called Solace by Mary Lawson and The Discomfort of Evening by Marieke Rijneveld.
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Seth Insua is an Anglo-Spanish writer and artist. He graduated from the University of Oxford with a First in English Language and Literature. He has been shortlisted for the Bridport Prize and The London Magazine's Short Story Competition and was a semi-finalist in the BlueCat Screenplay Competition. He currently lives with his husband, David, between Newcastle upon Tyne and Madrid. Human, Animal is his first novel.
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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Since the death of his brother, dairy farmer George Calvert has fought to keep the family business afloat. Worried about the future but resistant to change, he refuses to face the reality of his failing farm, his elderly mother's declining health and his troubled relationship with his youngest son, Tom.Newly returned from university, Tom isolates himself in his childhood bedroom, guarding the truth of his burgeoning identity.When animal rights activists break into the cowshed one morning, Tom appears to side with the protesters. As the Calverts begin to unravel, a decades-old secret surfaces one that might rip them apart completely, or finally unite them.A deeply moving debut about one family's struggle to find connection in a rapidly changing world, Human, Animal is an ode to the wild, a journey of self-discovery and a hopeful path to common ground.'Beautifully, skilfully told with real tension and gorgeous characters, Human, Animal moved me to tears. Insua writes with so much kindness, empathy and wisdom.Remarkable.' Russell T Davies'Insua probes the spaces between black-and-white-thinking with immeasurable sensitivity.Human, Animal explores the anxious convergence of the past, present and future with staggering clarity. A truly impressive debut.' Joshua Jones, author of Local Fires'A rich and compelling debut from a writer with a striking talent for weaving together complex narrative strands in order to create a sophisticated, symphonic whole. Insua is one to watch.' Barney Norris, author of The Vanishing Hours 'A searingly powerful novel, Human, Animal grapples with questions of identity, change and family, delivering a nuanced and moving story about the desire for connection and acceptance.' Lucy Ashe, author of Clara & Olivia'A beautiful, clever debut.Insua balances polarised worlds the young and old, the urban and rural, the expected and forbidden to create a novel so full of generosity and insight.' Abigail Dean, author of Girl A'Blisteringly emotional, exploring the complex folds of family bonds. The last page left me haunted. Completely unmissable.' Lucy Rose, author of The Lamb'Compelling, conflicting and heartbreaking, Human, Animal had my heart pounding in my throat until I'd devoured every last page. A bold and unforgettable novel.' Awais Khan, author of No Honour A revealing novel about the importance of connection in a divided world, Human, Animal is an ode to the wild, an elegy for what we have lost and a reproof of our society's inability to find common ground. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9780857308894
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