A Bridge to the Stars by Henning Mankell

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A Bridge to the Stars by Henning Mankell

This poignant novel explores how a unilateral decision can change a life.

Two things are hard for Joel Gustafson to cope with: not knowing why, and not being able to do anything about it. Joel's father was once a sailor who lived by the sea. Joel's mother once lived with them. Joel's father abandoned the sea. Joel's mother abandoned Joel and his father.

While looking out his window one night, Joel sees a lonely dog on the street. Joel spots the animal again and begins sneaking out night after night, trying to find it. During these nocturnal outings, Joel discovers aspects of life he has never imagined. And then one night he discovers that his father's bed, too, is empty.

As Joel investigates his father's mysterious absences and continues to search for the dog, he discovers his own inner strength and learns about adult disappointments and needs.
SKU Unavailable
ISBN 13 9780440240426
ISBN 10 0440240425
Title A Bridge to the Stars
Author Henning Mankell
Series Joel Gustafsson Series
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Random House USA Inc
Year published 2009-08-11
Number of pages 176
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.