A Winter of Spies
- 191pagine
- 7 ore di lettura
In 1920 Dublin, eleven-year-old Sarah Conway learns that Ireland's struggle for independence, led by Michael Collins, is waged not only with guns but also with spies, lies, and secrets.
Gerard Whelan Libri
Gerard Whelan crea narrativa storica radicata nella lotta irlandese per l'indipendenza all'inizio del XX secolo, intrecciando trame intricate che esplorano temi di identità nazionale e intrighi politici. Le sue narrazioni spesso approfondiscono la complessa interazione tra chiesa e stato, dando vita a momenti storici cruciali con ricerche accurate e uno sviluppo avvincente dei personaggi. Lo stile distintivo di Whelan risiede nella sua capacità di creare storie suspense che immergono i lettori nel passato. Il suo lavoro è apprezzato per la sua attenta analisi del conflitto storico e del suo duraturo impatto umano.
Set against the backdrop of the War of Independence, this collection features six poignant stories that explore the impact of conflict on children. With one tale rooted in Dublin and the others in the countryside, each narrative reveals the harrowing experiences and dire consequences faced by young characters amidst the turmoil of war. The stories delve into themes of innocence lost and the profound effects of historical events on the lives of the vulnerable.
The Guns of Easter
- 96pagine
- 4 ore di lettura
It is 1916 and Europe is at war. From the poverty of the Dublin slums twelve- year-old Jimmy Conway is pulled between the British Army and the rebels in the Easter Rising. Real history seen through the eyes of a child from a master storyteller.
Out of Nowhere
- 240pagine
- 9 ore di lettura
In a mysterious stone monastery, Stephen awakens with no memories except his name, surrounded by monks in a desolate world devoid of human life. As he explores the abandoned villages and broken communication, he grapples with the eerie silence of his surroundings. The arrival of strange men with supernatural abilities shatters his understanding of reality, leading to profound revelations about his identity and beliefs. This thought-provoking tale delves into themes of isolation, discovery, and the nature of humanity.