Brooklyn by Colm Toibin - Paperback, 272 pages, Modern & contemporary fiction, Winner of 2009 Costa Novel Award, Penguin Books Ltd, ISBN 9780141041742
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Brooklyn by Colm Toibin is a compelling paperback novel published on 04/03/2010 by Penguin Books Ltd. This work of modern and contemporary fiction spans 272 pages and carries the ISBN13 EAN SKU 9780141041742. The narrative immerses readers in Ireland during the early 1950s, focusing on Eilis Lacey. Faced with limited opportunities, Eilis accepts her sister's arrangement for her to emigrate to New York, a significant departure from her family and homeland. Upon arrival in Brooklyn, she finds herself in a crowded lodging house, a stark reminder of her sacrifices. As she begins to build tentative friendships and perhaps explore romance, Eilis receives news that compels her return to Ireland. This unexpected journey back confronts her with a profound dilemma, forcing a difficult choice between her sense of duty and a significant love. The novel has been lauded by critics with the Sunday Times describing it as an elating and humane masterwork. The Spectator deemed it unforgettable, and Zoe Heller in the Guardian's Books of the Year called it the most compelling and moving portrait of a young woman read in a long time. The Sunday Telegraph celebrated it as magnificent, and Ali Smith in the TLS Books of the Year praised its skill understatement and sly jewelled merriment. This 2009 Costa Novel Award winner explores themes of love loss and personal freedom. The book is part of the Penguin Books Ltd imprint.
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Brooklyn by Colm Toibin - Paperback, 272 pages, Modern & contemporary fiction, Winner of 2009 Costa Novel Award, Penguin Books Ltd, ISBN 9780141041742 is a product, currently listed by 2 Irish retailers on GetLocal (2 offers in total). Prices range from €10.50 to €13.50 depending on retailer.
Retailers commonly describe it as: paperback, novel, literary, historical and award-winning.
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It is currently listed by 2 Irish retailers on GetLocal, with 2 offers in total.
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Prices range from €10.50 to €13.50 depending on the retailer. See the full list of offers above, sorted from cheapest.
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It is available from retailers based in Kerry and Mayo.
