About the book
It’s winter 1999 and Harry is homeless in Bondi, with seagulls for company and just a small plastic bag containing all his possessions. When the girl on board the bus sees him, lonely and cold in the bus shelter that he calls home, she thinks about how she can help him. She decides to write him a symphony.
So begins a poignant and gritty tale of homelessness and shelter, of the realities of loneliness and hunger, and the gestures of care and friendship that can transform the struggles of daily life. This is the story of two people - one a young woman struggling to find her place in an alien world, one an older man seeking refuge and solace from a life in tatters. Both outcasts in the world, they have dreams of a better future and nurture hope for the possibilities of what can be. Will she write him a symphony? And does it matter?
Editions of Symphony for the Man
- Paperback
- ISBN 9781925950069
Read an Excerpt
It’s winter 1999 and Harry is homeless in Bondi, with seagulls for company and just a small plastic bag containing all his possessions. When the girl on board the bus sees him, lonely and cold in the bus shelter that he calls home, she thinks about how she can help him. She decides to write him a symphony.
So begins a poignant and gritty tale of homelessness and shelter, of the realities of loneliness and hunger, and the gestures of care and friendship that can transform the struggles of daily life. This is the story of two people - one a young woman struggling to find her place in an alien world, one an older man seeking refuge and solace from a life in tatters. Both outcasts in the world, they have dreams of a better future and nurture hope for the possibilities of what can be. Will she write him a symphony? And does it matter?
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Symphony for the Man about?
It’s winter 1999 and Harry is homeless in Bondi, with seagulls for company and just a small plastic bag containing all his possessions. When the girl on board the bus sees him, lonely and cold in the bus shelter that he calls home, she thinks about how she can help him. She decides to write him a symphony.
So begins a poignant and gritty tale of homelessness and shelter, of the realities of loneliness and hunger, and the gestures of care and friendship that can transform the struggles of daily life. This is the story of two people - one a young woman struggling to find her place in an alien world, one an older man seeking refuge and solace from a life in tatters. Both outcasts in the world, they have dreams of a better future and nurture hope for the possibilities of what can be. Will she write him a symphony? And does it matter?
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Symphony for the Man?
Fiction > Fiction: literary and general non-genre > Modern and contemporary fiction: literary and general
Where can I read a sample of Symphony for the Man?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781925950069
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Symphony for the Man?
Sarah Brill
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Symphony for the Man is available as paperback(ISBN 9781925950069)
Is there a video of the book?
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