The Hum of Concrete

Name: The Hum of Concrete
Brand: Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand
SKU: 9780987226501
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By Anna Solding

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The Hum of Concrete by Anna Solding weaves together the lives of five unique characters in the city of Malmö, where their diverse experiences of love, loneliness, and personal growth intersect. Each storyline offers a glimpse into the vibrant but sometimes challenging urban life, exploring human connections and the complexity of everyday existence. The city's atmosphere significantly influences their journeys, providing a rich backdrop to the characters' evolving stories.
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You might enjoy this book if you appreciate intricate storytelling that weaves together the lives of diverse characters whose paths intersect in surprising and meaningful ways. Set in the vibrant city of Malmö, the narrative explores community and connection, offering a rich tapestry of human experiences that highlight both the extraordinary and the everyday.

The Hum of Concrete

Consumed with despair, Nassrin walks into the ocean with her baby in her arms. Susanna dares to take a stand against gay-bashers. By starlight, Bodil sees the city from the roof of a church. Estella meets her tough half-brother for the first time. Lonely Rhyme seeks shelter in a tree full of fairy lights. And all round them, the hum of concrete.

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Set in the multicultural city of Malmö, Sweden, The Hum of Concrete is the story of five people whose lives intersect. Consumed with despair, Palestinian Nassrin walks into the ocean with her baby in her arms. Susanna dares to take a stand against gay-bashers. By starlight, Bodil sees the city from the roof of a church. Estella meets her tough little half-brother for the first time. Lonely Rhyme seeks shelter in a tree full of fairy lights. And all around them, the hum of concrete.

With photographic precision, Anna Solding captures both the light and shadow found in the fleeting beauty of everyday life. From the silences between people and the ordinariness of places, she conjures narrative jewels of intelligence and pleasure.

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The Hum of Concrete by Anna Solding receives praise for its immersive quality and captivating narrative. Reviewers commend her tender and intelligent writing, vivid depiction of Swedish settings, and the evocative portrayal of life's cyclical nature. The novel is celebrated for its heartwarming character treatment and the intimate magic woven into its storytelling.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780987226501

Publisher: MidnightSun Publishing Pty

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 March 2012

Country: Australia

Imprint: MidnightSun Publishing Pty

Illustration: Illustrations

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 256

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Anna Solding Fiction General Fiction Literary Fiction