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Dive into the gripping narrative of 'Fools of Fortune,' a captivating novel by esteemed author William Trevor, set against the harrowing backdrop of post-World War I Ireland. This enthralling B-format paperback, published by Penguin UK in 2015, takes you deep into the tumultuous world of the Quintons, an Anglo-Irish Protestant family who find themselves caught in the crossfire of the Irish Civil War. With beautifully crafted prose, Trevor weaves a tale of love, loss, and revenge as young Willy Quinton grapples with his family's tragic fate after British soldiers, known as the Black and Tans, enact their brutal vengeance. The story paints a rich historical tapestry of the time, exploring themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the quest for justice. At just 224 pages, this novel is both a quick read and a profound exploration of human nature. Ideal for fans of historical fiction and literary drama, 'Fools of Fortune' is essential reading for anyone interested in Ireland's troubled past. Embrace this literary classic that has won the prestigious Whitbread Prize for Best Novel of the Year, and discover why Trevor is regarded as one of the greatest writers of our time. Order now to experience the intense journey that awaits within these pages. Delivery information: Expect prompt shipping to ensure you receive your copy of this must-read novel swiftly, enhancing your literary collection. Don’t miss out on adding this timeless piece to your bookshelf!
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780241969496
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2015
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 224
Description:
Shortly after the First World War, an informer's body is found on the estate of the Quintons, a wealthy Irish family. The British Black and Tans, led by a zealous sergeant, torch the family home, killing Mr Quinton and his two daughters.
Fools of Fortune by William Trevor - a classic early novel from one of the world's greatest writers
Winner of the Whitbread Prize for Best Novel of the Year
Murder and revenge during the Irish Civil War
The Quintons have lived in the old house in Cork for hundreds of years. Though Anglo-Irish Protestant, they sympathize with the cause of independence and secretly fund Michael Collins' fighters. But one of their workers is an informer to the British, and when he's murdered on their land, though they know nothing of it, the Black and Tans come seeking revenge.
Till now young Willy Quinton has led a pleasant, cosseted life. But the murder of his father and sisters by British soldiers brings him to a point when he can only contemplate revenge himself. He sets off for Liverpool with hatred in his heart. Will he survive? Will the cycle ever be broken?
'To my mind William Trevor's best novel and a very fine one' Graham Greene
William Trevor was born in Mitchelstown, Co Cork, in 1928. He spent his childhood in Ireland and was educated at Trinity College, Dublin, but has lived in England for many years. An acknowledged master of the short-story form, he has also written many highly acclaimed novels- he has won the Whitbread Fiction Prize three times and been shortlisted for the Booker Prize four times. His most recent novel was Love and Summer (Penguin, 2010).
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780241969496
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2015
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 224
Description:
Shortly after the First World War, an informer's body is found on the estate of the Quintons, a wealthy Irish family. The British Black and Tans, led by a zealous sergeant, torch the family home, killing Mr Quinton and his two daughters.
Fools of Fortune by William Trevor - a classic early novel from one of the world's greatest writers
Winner of the Whitbread Prize for Best Novel of the Year
Murder and revenge during the Irish Civil War
The Quintons have lived in the old house in Cork for hundreds of years. Though Anglo-Irish Protestant, they sympathize with the cause of independence and secretly fund Michael Collins' fighters. But one of their workers is an informer to the British, and when he's murdered on their land, though they know nothing of it, the Black and Tans come seeking revenge.
Till now young Willy Quinton has led a pleasant, cosseted life. But the murder of his father and sisters by British soldiers brings him to a point when he can only contemplate revenge himself. He sets off for Liverpool with hatred in his heart. Will he survive? Will the cycle ever be broken?
'To my mind William Trevor's best novel and a very fine one' Graham Greene
William Trevor was born in Mitchelstown, Co Cork, in 1928. He spent his childhood in Ireland and was educated at Trinity College, Dublin, but has lived in England for many years. An acknowledged master of the short-story form, he has also written many highly acclaimed novels- he has won the Whitbread Fiction Prize three times and been shortlisted for the Booker Prize four times. His most recent novel was Love and Summer (Penguin, 2010).