McCann, Colum
Let the Great World Spin
- ISBN 13:
- 9781408801185
- author:
- McCann, Colum
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2010
- Pages:
- 368
- Dimensions:
- 19.6 x 12.8 x 2.6 cm
- Genre:
- Fiction / General
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Let The Great World Spin by Colum McCann is a sweeping and poignant tale of love, loss, and redemption set against the vibrant backdrop of 1970s New York City. The story weaves together the lives of a group of characters, each struggling to find their place in the world, as they converge on the iconic High Line, a former elevated rail line turned public park. Through McCann's masterful prose, the city's energy and grit are palpable, while the characters' hopes, fears, and dreams are skillfully interwoven. As the narrative unfolds, the boundaries between past and present, reality and fantasy, begin to blur, creating a rich and immersive reading experience. With its unique blend of literary fiction and historical context, Let The Great World Spin is a compelling and thought-provoking read that will linger long after the final page is turned.