Gb84 by David Peace
"GB84" by David Peace is a gripping novel set during the 1984-1985 miners' strike in Britain. The story follows the lives of various characters, including union leaders, miners, and government officials, as they navigate the brutal and violent clash between the National Union of Mineworkers and the Conservative government. With its intense portrayal of the social, political, and economic turmoil of the time, the book offers a raw and realistic depiction of the struggles faced by both the striking miners and those in power.
The 5553rd greatest book of all time
- Published
- 2004
- Nationality
- British
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 480
- Words
- Unknown
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following lists:
- James Tait Black Memorial Prize: Fiction (James Tait Black Memorial Prize)
- 1000 Novels Everyone Must Read (The Guardian)