David Storey was an English playwright and award-winning novelist whose works often delve into themes of identity, class struggle, and internal conflict. His writing is characterized by strong psychological portraits and a raw realism that draws from his own experiences. Storey explored the complexities of the human condition and societal tensions through his imaginative prose and incisive dramas. His contribution to literature lies in his unflinching examination of the human experience and his ability to capture the essence of modern life.
Exploring the complex ties between football, geographic identity, and political dynamics, this book delves into the phenomenon of players shifting national allegiance based on residency or familial roots. It analyzes the motivations driving this trend and the various societal responses it evokes, providing a nuanced understanding of how sport intersects with national identity and cultural belonging.
The third son of a coalminer, David Storey takes us from his tough upbringing in Wakefield, to being 'sold' to Leeds Rugby League Club, to his escape to the Slade School of Art and his life in post-war London.
This study, originally published in 1987, addresses the question of small firm performance. Drawing on an extensive database containing financial, employment and ownership data for several thousand small firms, the book examines whether small firms do actually provide jobs, whether they grow and why small firms fail. Guidance is given on how to spot the signs of impending failure in a small business, which is of use to accountants small business PR actioners and government grant providers.
A rugby player finds fame and fortune in a bleak mining town, but he cannot outrun the emptiness he feels inside in Man Booker Prize–winning author David Storey’s seminal first novel On Christmas Eve, Arthur breaks his two front teeth. A teammate on the rugby pitch is too slow with a handoff, and instead of catching the ball, Art catches an opponent’s foot right in the mouth. When he regains consciousness, the match is almost over, but he keeps playing regardless. Where else would he go? His entire life, Art has only cared about sports and nothing grabs his attention quite like the lightning-fast violence of Rugby League. He knows it could kill him, but it also makes him feel alive. In this hard-bitten Yorkshire mining town, the warriors of the rugby pitch are treated like gods. Through the aggressive sport, Art finds money, friends, and countless women. But when his lust for violence begins to fade, will he have the courage to leave the game behind?
Originally published in 1983, this book reviews trends in the small-firm sector. The areas chosen cover the full spectrum of economic development. Part 1 deals with case studies from the USA, Japan, the UK, Australia, Germany and Sweden. In Part 2 Singapore, Philippines, Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand and Africa are surveyed. In all cases the authors review the variety of definitions used for the small-firm sector and present such data as are available on the changing importance of the sector. This is followed by a review of the roles of small firms in each of the economies.
This book, originally published in 1982, review the resurrection of the small firm, partly by a multi-disciplined examination of the existing literature on small and new firms and partly by reporting the results of a study of firms new (in the early 1980s) to the North East of England. Part 1 deals with the role of small firms as sources of potential or actual competition, and their role in research and innovation. In Part 2 the theoretical foundations for the study of entrepreneurs and their new firms are laid, using concepts from a cross-section of the social sciences. Part 3 tests some of the theories outlined in Part 2 and reviews the problems which the entrepreneurs faced in starting and developing their business and the impact which such businesses had upon the local economy. Part 4 reviews the lessons of the preceding parts in the context of the regional and national economy of the UK.
The 60th wedding anniversary of Tommy Pasmore and his wife serves as a backdrop for family revelations and tensions. Their three adult children—Colin, a lonely academic; Wendy, who prioritizes politics over personal life; and pragmatic Eileen—return home, leading to a mix of celebration and introspection. As the family dynamics unfold, underlying disappointments and societal critiques emerge, exposing the emotional complexities of their relationships and the contrasting forms of poverty they face.
Exploring the concept of territory, this book delves into how ideologies and social practices are expressed through spatial arrangements. It examines the implementation of territorial strategies and their geographical consequences, offering insights into the intricate relationship between space and societal dynamics.
This collection features David Storey's plays, showcasing his unique storytelling and character development. It includes a newly revised version of "The Changing Room," highlighting Storey's ability to explore themes of identity and transformation. The author provides an introduction, offering insights into his creative process and the significance of the works included.
Following the pattern of David Storey's own early years, Saville is a remarkably honest portrait of the tensions between parents and children, the difficulties of making one's own way in life, and the social divisions that persist still.