Tony Doherty
This Man's Wee Boy
- ISBN 13:
- 9781781174586
- author:
- Tony Doherty
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- The Mercier Press Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2016
- Pages:
- 256
- Dimensions:
- 13 x 2.3 x 19.6 cm
- Genre:
- Biography, Historical, 1901 Onwards, Tony Doherty,This Man's Wee Boy,The Mercier Press Ltd,178117458X,Autobiography: General,Personal Memoirs,Biography & Autobiography,Biography/Autobiography,c 1960 to c 1970,c 1970 to c 1980,Biography / Biography,Bi
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
This Man's Wee Boy A Childhood Memoir of Peace and Trouble in Derry by Tony Doherty is a poignant and humorous account of the author's early childhood, set against the backdrop of social unrest in 1960s Northern Ireland. Written with the innocence and candour of a child, this memoir explores the complexities of family life, street friendships, and the impact of conflict on a young boy. The book centres on Tony's relationship with his father, Patrick, who struggles to provide for his family amidst economic hardship. As tensions escalate, the Doherty household becomes a microcosm of the turmoil outside, with CS gas and tracer bullets threatening the safety of those within. This powerful and moving portrayal of childhood innocence and vulnerability is both heart-wrenching and humorous. A beautifully crafted snapshot of life in 1960s Derry, this memoir draws the reader into a world of childhood wonder and discovery, where the harsh realities of adulthood are filtered through the eyes of a child.
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