{"title":"Atticus Lish","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the compelling works of Atticus Lish, a master storyteller whose narratives delve into the intricacies of human emotions and the trials of everyday life. With his striking and immersive prose, Lish captivates readers, offering them a poignant glimpse into the lives of his deeply human characters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his notable works is \u003cem\u003eThe War for Gloria\u003c\/em\u003e, a profound exploration of familial bonds, resilience, and the complexities of identity. Set against the backdrop of a blue-collar Boston neighbourhood, this critically acclaimed novel paints a vivid portrait of a young man's coming-of-age journey as he faces the challenges brought on by his mother's debilitating illness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLish's writing is renowned for its meticulous attention to detail and its ability to convey raw, unfiltered emotion. His gift for crafting authentic narratives makes his books a compelling addition to any general fiction collection. Whether you're new to Lish's work or a long-time admirer, immerse yourself in these unforgettable stories where every page resonates with depth and sincerity.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-war-for-gloria-by-atticus-lish-9781800812659","title":"The War for Gloria","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCorey Goltz grows up in working-class Boston as the only child of Gloria, whose intellectual ambitions were derailed early. Corey, restless, dreams of a great adventure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eInstead, when he is fifteen, Gloria is diagnosed with ALS and, too late, his estranged father, Leonard—a man of great charisma and deep resentments—reenters the picture. Determined to be his mother's hero at any cost, Corey begins shouldering responsibility for her expensive medical care, pushing himself to his physical and emotional limits as her disease progresses. And as Leonard's influence over Corey grows, Corey must dismantle the myth of his father's genius and confront the evil that lurks beneath it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a heartbreaking, shocking, and beautiful novel. It confirms Lish as one of the greatest storytellers and prose stylists in the English language.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe War for Gloria\u003c\/em\u003e by Atticus Lish is an unforgettable exploration of love, betrayal, and the relentless fight for dignity in the face of despair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46556146106604,"sku":"9781800812659","price":30.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/4226683482829.jpg?v=1750137762"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/atticus-lish.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}