The Dead Yard by Ian Thomson
Its extraordinary musical tradition and physical beauty are shadowed by casual murder, police brutality and political corruption. Ian Thomson shows a side of Jamaica that tourists rarely see.He met ordinary Jamaicans in their homes and workplaces;
Ian Thomson - 'a chronicler of formidable power' (Guardian) - is the author of Bonjour Blanc, an acclaimed book about Haiti, and of Primo Levi ('one of the best literary biographies of the year, Observer). He lives in London with his wife and children.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780571227624 |
| ISBN 10 | 0571227627 |
| Title | The Dead Yard |
| Author | Ian Thomson |
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| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Faber & Faber |
| Year published | 2010-02-04 |
| Number of pages | 384 |
| Prizes | Winner of Ondaatje Prize for travel writing 2010 (Australia) |
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