McKinney, Paddy
Donegal Tears
- ISBN 13:
- 9780615505701
- author:
- McKinney, Paddy
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Swordpoint Intercontinental, Limited
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2013
- Pages:
- 232
- Dimensions:
- 21.6 x 14 x 1.4 centimeters (0.2
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, Literary, Fiction & Literature,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Donegal Tears is a poignant portrayal of life in rural Ireland following World War Two. Set against the backdrop of a nation still reeling from the aftermath of "The Emergency", this novel offers a nuanced and authentic glimpse into the lives of ordinary people.
The story follows an Irish lad growing up on a farm in County Donegal, where the harsh realities of poverty and autocracy are starkly evident. With a clear vision of post-war Ireland, author Paddy McKinney draws upon his own experiences to craft a compelling narrative that shines a light on the often-overlooked lives of rural communities.
Through the eyes of its characters, Donegal Tears reveals the beauty and hardship of life in Ireland during this tumultuous period. With honest characters and vivid descriptions, this novel invites readers to step into the authentic world of 1950s Ireland, where the smell of turf fires and new-mown hay fills the air.
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