Death And Nightingales by Eugene McCabe
"Death and Nightingales" is a gripping and atmospheric novel set in 19th-century Ireland. The story follows Beth, a young woman trapped in a loveless marriage, who plans to escape with her lover, Liam. As the narrative unfolds over the course of a single day, tensions rise, secrets are revealed, and the characters' lives become entangled in a web of desire, betrayal, and violence. With its richly drawn characters and evocative prose, the book explores themes of love, power, and the consequences of one's choices in a society marked by oppression and turmoil.
The 4024th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1992
- Nationality
- Unknown
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 224
- Words
- Unknown
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following lists:
- 34th on Top 50 Irish Novels (James Joyce Center with The Irish Times)
- The Modern Library: The Two Hundred Best Novels in English Since 1950 (The Modern Library (Book))