39 pages 1 hour read

Seamus Deane

Reading in the Dark

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1996

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Reviews & Readership

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Reading in the Dark by Seamus Deane captivates with its lyrical prose and poignant exploration of Irish history through a child's eyes. Critics laud its rich atmosphere and emotional depth but some find the narrative's nonlinear structure disorienting. Overall, it's praised for its evocative storytelling and nuanced portrayal of familial and political tensions.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Reading in the Dark?

Readers who appreciate the lyrical storytelling and historical depth of Angela’s Ashes by Frank McCourt or the poignant family dynamics in A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man by James Joyce will find Reading in the Dark by Seamus Deane equally captivating. Ideal for those interested in memory, identity, and Irish history.

Recommended

Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Genre
Historical Fiction
Education
Irish Literature
Topics
Education
History: World