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Stephen Lightbown

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The protagonist of the novel is a paraplegic who wakes up to find himself the only survivor of an unknown apocalypse. He sets off on a journey across the empty motorways of England in his wheelchair, surviving by adapting and scavenging. Through a daily account of poems, he questions his identity and his place in the world.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 80 pages
Publication date: 24 June 2021
Publisher: Burning Eye Books


A paraplegic awakens to discover he is the sole survivor of an unspecified catastrophe. Determined to survive, he embarks on a year-long journey across the desolate motorways of England, searching for any signs of life. Armed with only his wheelchair and a week's worth of food and medical supplies, he must adapt and scavenge to prolong his existence.

Through a series of daily poems, he delves into his own identity, questioning whether being disabled means lacking a comparison to others and what it truly means to desire progress. As he traverses the barren landscape, he encounters remnants of society, both human and non-human, raising profound questions about the nature of survival and the human condition.

The story is a haunting portrayal of isolation and resilience, exploring the depths of the human spirit in the face of adversity. It is a testament to the power of determination and the human capacity for adaptation, even in the most dire circumstances.

Weight: 44g
Dimension: 128 x 197 x 10 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781913958077

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