Description
Discover the profound narrative of 'The Brooklyn Follies', a contemporary classic by Paul Auster. This captivating novel, published in 2011 by Faber, features 320 pages of richly woven storytelling that explores themes of despair, hope, and unexpected connections. As the characters Nathan and Tom, an uncle and nephew, navigate their intertwined lives in Brooklyn, they reveal a world that prompts reflection on love, family, and the courage to face life’s adversities. Amidst the backdrop of the tumultuous 2000 US election, Auster expertly crafts a tale where poignant moments of vulnerability lead to potential redemption. This novel is ideal for readers who appreciate character-driven narratives and literary fiction with depth. If you're searching for engrossing books that tackle life's complexities, 'The Brooklyn Follies' is a must-have addition to your collection. Dive into a story that resonates with anyone seeking solace and understanding in a bustling city. Order now and immerse yourself in a world that transforms sorrow into connection. Delivery information: We ensure fast and reliable shipping right to your door, so you can start enjoying this incredible story without delay.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780571276646
Year: 2011
Publisher: Faber
Pages: 320
Description:
I was looking for a quiet place to die. Someone recommended Brooklyn, and so the next morning I travelled down there from Westchester to scope out the terrain .
So begins Paul Auster's remarkable novel, The Brooklyn Follies. Set against the backdrop of the contested US election of 2000, it tells the story of Nathan and Tom, an uncle and nephew double-act. One in remission from lung cancer, divorced and estranged from his only daughter, the other hiding away from his once-promising academic career, and indeed, from life in general.
Having accidentally ended up in the same Brooklyn neighbourhood, they discover a community teeming with life and passion. When Lucy, a little girl who refuses to speak, comes into their lives, there is sudednly a bridge from their pasts that offers them the possibility of redemption.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780571276646
Year: 2011
Publisher: Faber
Pages: 320
Description:
I was looking for a quiet place to die. Someone recommended Brooklyn, and so the next morning I travelled down there from Westchester to scope out the terrain .
So begins Paul Auster's remarkable novel, The Brooklyn Follies. Set against the backdrop of the contested US election of 2000, it tells the story of Nathan and Tom, an uncle and nephew double-act. One in remission from lung cancer, divorced and estranged from his only daughter, the other hiding away from his once-promising academic career, and indeed, from life in general.
Having accidentally ended up in the same Brooklyn neighbourhood, they discover a community teeming with life and passion. When Lucy, a little girl who refuses to speak, comes into their lives, there is sudednly a bridge from their pasts that offers them the possibility of redemption.