Foden, Giles
Thirst
- ISBN 13:
- 9780297868224
- author:
- Foden, Giles
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Weidenfeld & Nicolson
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2025
- Pages:
- 304
- Dimensions:
- 16.2 x 24 x 2.8 centimetres (0.5
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, Literary, ,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Set against the vast and unforgiving landscape of the Skeleton Coast in Namibia, Thirst is a gripping tale of survival and self-discovery. Cat Brosnan, a young scientist driven by a personal quest, embarks on a perilous journey to uncover the secrets of a long-lost aquifer.
As she navigates the treacherous terrain, Cat must confront not only the harsh environment but also the competing interests of mining corporations and foreign governments, all vying for control of this precious resource. But her search is also a deeply personal one, as she seeks to understand the circumstances surrounding her mother's disappearance six years earlier.
With its unique blend of science, politics, and human drama, Thirst is a compelling exploration of the complexities of water scarcity and the true cost of survival in a world where resources are scarce.
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