Divided City
Divided City is a novel written by Theresa Breslin and published on 5 May 2005 by Doubleday. The novel is written for teenagers and adults concerning the problems of sectarianism in Glasgow and racism against asylum seekers.[1]
 First edition | |
| Author | Theresa Breslin |
|---|---|
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Language | English |
| Genre | Young adult |
| Publisher | Doubleday |
Publication date | 5 May 2005 |
| Media type | Print (Hardback & Paperback) |
| Pages | 230 pp |
| ISBN | 978-0-552-55188-5 |
The main characters are young boys called Graham, a Protestant supporting Rangers. Joe, a Catholic supporting Celtic, and a young asylum seeker named Kyoul.
Plot Outline
A dark stain, spreading. A young man lies bleeding in the street. It's Glasgow. And it's May - the marching season. The Orange Walks have begun. Graham doesn't want to be involved. He just wants to play football with his new mate, Joe. But then he witnesses a shocking moment of violence. A gripping tale about two boys who must find their own answers - and their own way forward - in a world divided by differences.