Brooklyn is a historical romance novel by Colm Toibin that follows young Irish immigrant Eilis Lacey’s settling in, and romantic experiences in Brooklyn. When the novel begins, World War II has not been over for long. As Eilis searches for love and her place in the world in Brooklyn, themes of self-discovery, immigration, love, Catholicism, and community become essential to her story.
Colm Tóibín is one of the leading contemporary Irish authors. His output is varied, including novels, works of prose nonfiction, travelogues, and works of literary criticism. Tóib...
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