Annie Dunne

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Annie Dunne by Sebastian Barry paints a vivid portrait of the life of an unmarried woman in rural Ireland during the 1950s. Annie, living on a small family farm, finds solace in her simple existence alongside her cousin. Her world is upended when two young relatives come to stay, forcing her to confront deep-seated memories and the fragile nature of security.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy stories that explore the complexity of family ties and the intricacies of Irish rural life. With its rich character development and lyrical prose, it offers an evocative glimpse into themes of solitude, love, and belonging.

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Annie Dunne

Annie Dunne and her cousin Sarah live and work on a small farm in a remote and beautiful part of Wicklow in late 1950s Ireland. All about them the old green roads are being tarred, cars are being purchased, a way of life is about to disappear. Like two old rooks, they hold to their hill in Kelsha, cherishing everything.

Annie Dunne by Sebastian Barry - set in Wicklow, Ireland, in 1950 - is a poignant and exquisitely-told story of innocence, loss and reconciliation.

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Annie Dunne and her cousin Sarah live and work on a small farm in a remote and beautiful part of Wicklow in late 1950s Ireland. All about them the old green roads are being tarred, cars are being purchased, and a way of life is about to disappear.

When Annie's nephew and his wife are set to go to London to find work, their two small children, a little boy and his older sister, are brought down to spend the summer with their grand-aunt. A summer of adventure, pain, delight, and ultimately epiphany unfolds.

This is a poignant and exquisitely told story of innocence, loss, and reconciliation.

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Annie Dunne by Sebastian Barry is praised for its unsentimental and precise narrative, offering readers a clear and honest glimpse into the life of its protagonist. The writing style is likened to clear glass, providing an exact and transparent portrayal that resonates with authenticity and depth.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780571216444

Publisher: Faber & Faber

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 19 May 2003

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Faber & Faber

Edition: Main

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 15.0mm

Width: 127.0mm

Height: 195.0mm

Weight: 185g

Pages: 240

About the Author

Sebastian Barry was born in Dublin in 1955. His play The Steward of Christendom, first produced in 1995, won many awards and has been seen around the world. He is the author of two highly acclaimed novels, The Whereabouts of Eneas McNulty (1998) and Annie Dunne (2002). His most recent play, Whistling Psyche, premiered at The Almeida, London, in 2004.

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