At Weddings and Wakes: A Novel
Nov 2009 · Farrar, Straus and Giroux
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A tender, sad and funny book about the cycles of affection and dissatisfaction in an Irish-American family.
At Weddings and Wakes follows three children of an Irish-American family in Long Island as they bear witness to the joys, sorrows, and recurring dramas that make up the lives of their extended family. From the author of the National Book Award-nominated That Night and Charming Billy, this multigenerational novel offers a poignant and humorous look at family life, marriage, and the enduring bonds of love and loyalty.
Set against the backdrop of New York City and Long Island, Alice McDermott's insightful prose captures the essence of the Irish-American experience, delving into themes of faith, identity, and the complexities of relationships. With a keen eye for detail and a masterful understanding of the human heart, McDermott weaves together the stories of mothers and daughters, husbands and wives, creating a rich and emotionally resonant portrait of a family through the years.
At Weddings and Wakes follows three children of an Irish-American family in Long Island as they bear witness to the joys, sorrows, and recurring dramas that make up the lives of their extended family. From the author of the National Book Award-nominated That Night and Charming Billy, this multigenerational novel offers a poignant and humorous look at family life, marriage, and the enduring bonds of love and loyalty.
Set against the backdrop of New York City and Long Island, Alice McDermott's insightful prose captures the essence of the Irish-American experience, delving into themes of faith, identity, and the complexities of relationships. With a keen eye for detail and a masterful understanding of the human heart, McDermott weaves together the stories of mothers and daughters, husbands and wives, creating a rich and emotionally resonant portrait of a family through the years.
About the author
Alice McDermott is the author of six novels. Her articles, reviews and stories have appeared in The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Atlantic Monthly, The New Yorker, Redbook and elsewhere.
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