ISBN: 9781331431930 - play the game (classic reprint) (4 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the dynamic between privileged and underprivileged youth in early 20th-century California. The author chronicles the friendship between Honor Carmody, a spirited and athletic young woman, and Jamey King, a charming but disadvantaged boy living next door, whose family struggles with alcoholism and poverty. Carter Van Meter, a wealthy and sophisticated classmate, enters their circle, initially viewed with skepticism but eventually accepted. The author delves into the complexities of social class, gender roles, and the pursuit of personal fulfillment in the face of societal expectations. The narrative highlights the resilience and determination of Honor and Jamey, contrasted with the subtle insecurities and privilege of Carter, who despite his advantages, yearns for something more in life. This book provides a nuanced examination of the ways in which social and economic factors shape personal relationships and the choices we make, ultimately affirming the importance of empathy, authenticity, and the power of friendship in overcoming obstacles. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…

Condizione: Hervorragend. Zustand: Hervorragend | Seiten: 260 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar.