Sketches from the Periphery: A novel
Language: English
Published by MP Summers October 2024, 2024
- Hardcover
- Used
Seller: Firefly Bookstore, Kutztown, PA, U.S.A.Firefly Bookstore
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Condition: Used - Very good
US$ 8.99
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- Title
- Sketches from the Periphery: A novel
- Author
- MP Summers
- Publisher
- MP Summers October 2024
- Publication year
- 2024
- Condition
- Used Very Good
- Dust jacket
- No Jacket
- Binding
- Hardcover
- Language
- English
- ISBN 13
- 9798218542733
- Seller catalogs
- Science/Nature/Environment
Dive into the heart of a war-torn land where beauty and brutality collide in Sketches from the Periphery, a stunning debut novel by MP Summers. Set against the volatile backdrop of Darfur in 2005, this gripping tale follows Alexander Barr, a young American contractor thrust into the chaos of the African Union Peacekeeping Mission.
From the dusty streets of El Fasher to the shadowed ridges of the Wana Hills, Summers paints a vivid portrait of a region pulsing with life and conflict. Follow Alex as his path intersects with Henri, a ruthlessly efficient contractor, and Cassandra, a fearless journalist whose pursuit of truth might cost her everything. Together, they navigate a landscape where ancient mountains loom over blood-soaked sands, and hope flickers amid despair.
This isn’t just a story—it’s an experience. With lyrical prose and unflinching honesty, Sketches from the Periphery explores the edges of humanity: where curiosity can be a curse, where survival demands sacrifice, and where the echoes of war reverberate long after the silence falls. Perfect for fans of historical fiction, war narratives, and tales of the human spirit, this book will linger in your mind like dust on the wind.
Why You’ll Love It:
- Authentic & Immersive: Drawn from Summers’ real-life experiences in Sudan, every page feels alive with detail.
- Unforgettable Characters: Complex, flawed, and fiercely human—root for them, fear for them, mourn with them.
- A Journey Beyond the Headlines: Discover the untold stories of Darfur’s people, told with heart and grit.
Reader Buzz:
“Hauntingly beautiful—a must-read that pulls you in and doesn’t let go.”
“Summers captures the soul of Darfur with a voice that’s both tender and fierce.”
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Kutztown, PA, U.S.A.
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Located in downtown Kutztown, we are an independently-owned and operated New and Used bookstore. Started in 2012 by two book aficionados, Firefly Bookstore strives to provide the best in diverse products and customer services. In addition to books on almost any subject, Firefly carries a large range of products including cards, bookmarks, audio books, and family tree charts. Additionally, we have a large tabletop game selection, including board games, dice and card games, and Role-Playing titles. We have a wide selection of puzzles from Pomegranate and others. We have in stock new, each year, a large collection of current year Calendars with 100s of titles and styles to choose from, always discounted. We buy and trade books and games whenever the store is open, and we are looking for material for every section. Store credit can be used on new and used material. We are interested in large purchases, such as collections and estate sales. We are particularly looking for gaming books, metaphysics, history, cooking, science, Pennsylvania history and children's books. For current news and announcements, find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/fireflybookstore. We carry new and used books in our storefront. We want you to be satisfied with your purchase. Please contact us if you have questions regarding our items.…
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