The Book of the Gaels

Name: The Book of the Gaels
Brand: Oldcastle Books
SKU: 9780857305183-V
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By James Yorkston

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A poignant journey through grief, poverty, and the redemptive power of art in 1970s Ireland. In rural West Cork, Ireland, two young brothers, Joseph and Paul, navigate a life shadowed by loss and hardship alongside their struggling poet father, Fraser. A letter arrives, promising publication and a chance at escape, but Dublin is a world away from their impoverished existence. This novel unfolds as an almost anti-roadtrip, revealing the flip sides of dreams and nightmares, generosity and neglect, all seen through the eyes of a brave, frightened child. It explores the paralyzing pain of grief, tempered by the hope of rescue and the enduring strength of parental love. Perfect for readers seeking lyrical prose, emotional depth, and a bittersweet portrayal of family resilience in historical Irish fiction.

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Binding:: Paperback
Edition:: 1
Number of Pages:: 320
Release Date:: 2022-11-01
Publication Date:: 2022-11-01
Publisher:: Oldcastle Books
Languages:: Original: English
ISBN10:: 0857305182
ISBN13:: 9780857305183
GPSR Manufacturer Reference:: [email protected]
Weight:: 188 g
Height:: 126 cm
Width:: 196 cm
Thickness:: 18 cm

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