Christopher, John
The Death of Grass (Penguin Modern Classics)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780141190174
- author:
- Christopher, John
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Penguin Classics
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2009
- Pages:
- 208
- Dimensions:
- 12.7 x 1.7 x 20.3 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Modern & contemporary fiction (post c 1945)
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
The Death of Grass by John Christopher In a world where the familiar is rapidly disappearing, a small virus has a profound impact on society. The virus, which wipes out grass and crops, is initially seen as a minor threat, but its effects soon become catastrophic. As the disease spreads, governments are forced to confront the reality of their own deception, and the rule of law begins to break down. As the situation spirals out of control, a small group of survivors must navigate a treacherous landscape in search of safety. With their humanity tested to the limit, they are forced to confront the terrible price they must pay for surviving in a world that is rapidly losing its grip on reality. This gripping post-apocalyptic novel explores the human condition in the face of catastrophic collapse, and is a powerful warning about the dangers of complacency and the importance of resilience in the face of adversity.