In this enchanting first novel, an irrepressibly optimistic oddball orphan is thrust into the wilds of postwar New York City after an extraordinary childhood in a theater--Candide by way of John Irving, with a hint of Charles Dickens. Abandoned as an infant by his actress mother in her theater dressing room, August March was raised by an ancient laundress. Highly intelligent, a tad feral, August is a true child of the theater -able to recite Shakespeare before he knew the alphabet. But like all productions, August's wondrous time inside the theater comes to a close, and he finds himself in the wilds of postwar New York City, where he quickly rises from pickpocket street urchin to star student at the stuffiest boarding school in the nation. To survive, August must rely upon the kindness of strangers, only some of whom have his best interests at heart. As he grows up, his heart begins to yearn for love--which he may or may not finally find in Penny, a clever and gifted con artist. Aaron Jackson has crafted a brilliant, enchanting story at once profound and delightfully entertaining. Like The Curious Case of Benjamin Button, The World According to Garp, and Be Frank with Me, this razor-sharp debut--a classic tale of a young innocent who finally finds his way, reminds us that everyone can find love. Even August March.

ASTONISHING LIFE AUG MAR

Literature & Fiction

Jackson, Aaron

Dramas & Plays

Perennial

In this enchanting first novel, an irrepressibly optimistic oddball orphan is thrust into the wilds of postwar New York City after an extraordinary childhood in a theater—Candide by way of John Irving, with a hint of Charles Dickens. Abandoned as an infant by his actress mother in her theater dressing room, August March was raised by an ancient laundress. Highly intelligent, a tad feral, August is a true child of the theater –able to recite Shakespeare before he knew the alphabet. 
But like all productions, August’s wondrous time inside the theater comes to a close, and he finds himself in the wilds of postwar New York City, where he quickly rises from pickpocket street urchin to star student at the stuffiest boarding school in the nation. 
To survive, August must rely upon the kindness of strangers, only some of whom have his best interests at heart. As he grows up, his heart begins to yearn for love—which he may or may not finally find in Penny, a clever and gifted con artist.
Aaron Jackson has crafted a brilliant, enchanting story at once profound and delightfully entertaining. Like The Curious Case of Benjamin Button, The World According to Garp, and Be Frank with Me, this razor-sharp debut—a classic tale of a young innocent who finally finds his way, reminds us that everyone can find love. Even August March.

The Astonishing Life of August March: A Novel

Harper

The Economics of Money, Banking, and Financial Markets, Tenth Edition / The Economics of Money, Banking, and Financial Markets Business School Edition, Third Edition

Business & Money

Hakes, David

Gamber, Edward

Economics

Pearson College Div

The Astonishing Life of August March

Literary

Harpercollins

The Brighton and Sussex Cook Book highlights the amazing stories and recipes of some of the places that featured in the Indy's article last year, as well as lots more newly discovered gems. These include hisBE, a different kind of supermarket with a mission to run a completely ethical business, Smorl, a houmous, falafel and salad bar which offers homemade, organic, vegan, “anti-supermarket” houmous and Bluebird Tea, a happiness spreading, independent, award-winning tea mixology company. Then there is one of Brighton's finest restaurants, Etch, run by Masterchef champion Steven Edwards, family-owned fishmonger Veasey and Sons, recent finalists in BBC Radio 4's Food and Farming Awards as well as coffee roasters, tea blenders, café and food/craft academy, Edgcumbes.

Brighton & Sussex Cook Book

Cookbooks, Food & Wine

Eddison, Kate

Regional & International

Meze Publishing Ltd

Essex Cook Book (Get Stuck In)

Manchester Cook Book: Second Helpings: A Celebration of the Amazing Food and Drink on Our Doorstep (Get Stuck In)

Draper, Adelle

Quick & Easy

Instagram Marketing Mastery: Learn the Ultimate Secrets for Transforming Your Small Business or Personal Brand With the Power of Instagram Advertising for Beginners; Become a Famous Influencer

Marketing & Sales

JC Publishing

New Kids On The Block Coloring Book: Coloring Your Life With More Vibrant Colors, Promoting Coloring Skills, Awakening Creativity With Color

Independently published

The Twilight Saga Coloring Book: Coloring Your Life With More Vibrant Colors, Promoting Coloring Skills, Awakening Creativity With Color

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