The Brooklyn Follies by Paul Auster
The novel follows Nathan Glass, a retired insurance salesman recovering from cancer, who moves to Brooklyn seeking solitude and a quiet end to his life. However, his plans are upended when he reconnects with his estranged nephew, Tom, who works at a local bookstore. As Nathan becomes entwined in the lives of Tom and other colorful characters, he finds himself drawn into a series of unexpected adventures and personal transformations. Through these interactions, the story explores themes of redemption, the complexities of human relationships, and the unexpected joys that life can offer, even in its later stages.
- Published
- 2005
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Medium
- Pages
- 300-350
- Original Language
- English
- Avg User Rating
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(3.0)
- Alternate Titles
- - Dårskaper I Brooklyn
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