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Mick Kitson

Featherweight

Featherweight

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Title: Featherweight

Author: Mick Kitson

Edition: Uncorrected Proof Copy, ARC

Format: Paperback

Date Published: 2021

Publisher: Canongate Books

Description:

From the acclaimed author of Ice Cream Star, Mick Kitson delivers a gritty and authentic portrait of life in a small Scottish fishing village. This novel follows the story of Michael, a young boy growing up in the shadow of his boxing champion father. Michael's world is dominated by the harsh realities of the fishing community, where the sea dictates life and death, and where the sport of boxing offers a brutal path to glory or despair. As Michael navigates the complexities of his relationship with his father, his burgeoning understanding of the adult world, and the challenges of growing up in an unforgiving landscape, he must confront difficult choices about his own future and identity. Kitson's writing is praised for its powerful evocation of place and its insightful exploration of masculinity, family dynamics, and the enduring pull of heritage. This coming-of-age story is a compelling blend of literary fiction, social realism, and sports fiction, particularly boxing. It is perfect for readers who appreciate atmospheric novels with strong character development and a poignant examination of small-town life and the bonds between fathers and sons.

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