Disnaeland

In the face of the apocalypse, Donna and her daughter find salvation with unexpected neighbors, forming a new world in the ruins of the old. However, progress is threatened by botched deals, armed survivalists, and raids. Despite the nuclear threat, ordinary people achieve extraordinary things, showcasing the power of community and cooperation.

Format: Hardback
Publication date: 07 July 2022
Publisher: Barbican Press

As the apocalypse unfolds, Donna and her eight-year-old daughter brace themselves for the worst. However, amidst the dying world, they discover solace and unexpected friendship with their neighbors, people they had never known before. Among them are a chip shop fryer, student dropouts, a street gang, a disillusioned academic, an elderly Jehovah's Witness, and a shopkeeper who once harbored dreams of becoming a journalist. In the face of adversity, these ordinary individuals display extraordinary resilience. They share meals, revive the water supply through wind power, and build a new world amidst the ruins of the old.

Yet, their journey is far from complete. Misunderstandings, armed survivalists, and raids threaten to undo the progress they have made. The occasional screech of a fighter jet serves as a reminder that the nuclear threat still looms large. Despite these challenges, Donna and her daughter hold onto hope, believing that the end of the world may be the best thing that has never happened.

Through their experiences, they realize the power of community, compassion, and the ability of ordinary people to achieve extraordinary things. Disnaeland is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the potential for a better world, even in the face of adversity.

Author D.D. Johnston is a Scottish novelist known for his witty and thought-provoking books. His writing consistently celebrates the ordinary people and his unwavering faith in the extraordinary things we can accomplish together. Johnston lives in Cheltenham, England, where he cherishes his infant son. He is also a lecturer in Creative Writing at the University of Gloucestershire.

Disnaeland is a postapocalyptic novel that defies the typical bleakness of the genre. It is witty, moving, and politically charged, offering a refreshing perspective on dystopia. Johnston's speculative fiction challenges the traditional narrative and inverts the usual expectations of a dystopian world.

This proudly Scottish novel is a testament to the talent and creativity of Scottish authors. It deserves a place among the finest works of Scottish literature. Disnaeland is a story that resonates with readers of all ages and backgrounds, reminding us of the strength and resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity.

Weight: 460g
Dimension: 148 x 222 x 32 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781909954533