The Edge of Sadness by Edwin O'Connor
"The Edge of Sadness" is a story about a middle-aged Catholic priest who, after battling alcoholism and depression, returns to his hometown to serve in a local parish. The novel explores themes of faith, friendship, and redemption as the protagonist reconnects with his old friends, confronts his past, and tries to rebuild his life. The story is also a reflection on the changing face of the Catholic Church and the Irish-American community in the mid-20th century.
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- Published
- 1961
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 460
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following 1 lists:
- Pulitzer Prize for Fiction (Pulitzer Prize)