The Survivors
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The Survivors
The grim intricacies of human survival are brought vividly to life in The Survivors by Steve Braunias. This compelling collection of true stories delves into the dark recesses of the human psyche, exploring how individuals navigate the harrowing experience of living on the edge. Without giving away spoilers, readers are taken through a series of twelve remarkable and unsettling tales where each protagonist grapples with their own unique set of challenges - from life-threatening confrontations to deep existential crises. Braunias's storytelling captures the raw essence of human desperation and the myriad ways people fight to survive in seemingly insurmountable circumstances.
True stories of death and desperation unfold through the vivid prose of an award-winning true-crime writer. In this haunting exploration, Braunias introduces us to:
One survivor who chooses loneliness.
Another who opts for exile.
And yet another who embraces oblivion.
The narratives feature individuals with violent tendencies who ruin lives indiscriminately, and some who seal their own fate in slow motion, while others do so in the blink of an eye. Braunias masterfully navigates these complex characters and their stories, presenting an unflinching look at human nature's most mysterious and often disturbing facets.
At its core, The Survivors is a profound reflection on the decisions, desires, impulses, and failings that define the human condition. Each story is a testament to humanity's capacity to endure, even in the face of overwhelming adversity. Through meticulous research and unparalleled storytelling, Braunias invites readers to peer into the lives of those who, despite everything, survived.
For anyone intrigued by the complexities of human behaviour and the haunting beauty of survival, The Survivors offers an unforgettable journey into the heart of darkness and resilience.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781775542568
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers (New Zealand)
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 03 July 2024
Country: New Zealand
Imprint: HarperCollins Publishers (New Zealand)
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 20.0mm
Width: 154.0mm
Height: 235.0mm
Weight: 359g
Pages: 288
About the Author
Steve Braunias is the author of 13 books, including Civilisation (winner of the 2013 NZ Post award for best book of non-fiction) and Missing Persons, which won the non-fiction prize at the 2023 Ngaio Marsh crime-writing awards. He is a staff writer at The New Zealand Herald, and serves as the literary editor at Newsroom.
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