Chalkline by Jane Mitchell: The Moving Story of a Kashmiri Boy Soldier
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Discover Chalkline, a compelling narrative from prize-winning Irish author Jane Mitchell. This novel plunges into the heart of rural Kashmir, recounting the harrowing experiences of nine-year-old Rafiq. On an otherwise ordinary morning, the tranquility of dawn prayers is shattered by the sudden eruption of gunfire. Soldiers from the Kashmir Freedom Fighters descend upon the village, their objective: to recruit new child soldiers. The chilling act of drawing a chalk line across the schoolroom wall signifies a grim ultimatum; any boy whose height reaches this mark is destined for a life of conflict. Rafiq, exceptionally tall for his age, becomes the first to cross this stark boundary, embarking on a brutal journey into the world of terrorism and indoctrination. Chalkline meticulously traces Rafiq's profound transformation from innocent child to hardened boy soldier, as he is consumed by the fervor of a fanatical cause. Yet, even as he loses himself, his family's love and memory persist. They hold onto the image of the boy he once was, reaching out with a hand of redemption as he teeters on the precipice of a final, devastating act. The book delves into the raw realities of indoctrination and the enduring power of familial connection. The novel is priced at 8.50 Euros and has the SKU 9781406315172. It is a single item in stock.
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Chalkline by Jane Mitchell: The Moving Story of a Kashmiri Boy Soldier is a product from Walker Books Ltd, currently listed by 3 Irish retailers on GetLocal (3 offers in total). Prices range from €8.70 to €10.46 depending on retailer.
Retailers commonly describe it as: book, young adult, war and kashmir.
It can be bought from local retailers in Sligo, Mayo and Galway, and is currently marked in stock by at least one seller.
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- Walker Books Ltd
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- 9781406315172
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- book, young adult, war, Kashmir
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It is currently listed by 3 Irish retailers on GetLocal, with 3 offers in total.
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Prices range from €8.70 to €10.46 depending on the retailer. See the full list of offers above, sorted from cheapest.
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Yes, it is currently marked in stock by at least one of the retailers listed above.
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It is available from retailers based in Sligo, Mayo and Galway.
