A Star Called Henry A Novel
A Star Called Henry A Novel by Roddy Doyle is a reissue published by Penguin on October 5, 2004. This 400-page novel explores the life of Henry Smart, an Irishman born at the dawn of the twentieth century, as he navigates the transformative years of modern Ireland. Through his own experiences, Henry shares tales of his childhood in Dublin and his involvement in the Irish Rebellion, presenting a narrative filled with adventure and heroism.
Readers will find a blend of epic storytelling, romance, and a vivid portrayal of Irish history within these pages. The novel captures both poignant and humorous moments, reflecting the complexities of Henry’s life. As a work of fiction that delves into cultural heritage and historical themes, A Star Called Henry offers a unique perspective on the evolution of Ireland through the eyes of its protagonist.
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Roddy Doyle’s acclaimed novel about an intrepid Irishman’s years of reckless heroism and adventure – “An extraordinarily entertaining epic.” (The Washington Post)
Born at the beginning of the twentieth century, Henry Smart lives through the evolution of modern Ireland, and in this extraordinary novel he brilliantly tells his story. From his own birth and childhood on the streets of Dublin to his role as soldier (and lover) in the Irish Rebellion, Henry recounts his early years of reckless heroism and adventure. At once an epic, a love story, and a portrait of Irish history, A Star Called Henry is a grand picaresque novel brimming with both poignant moments and comic ones, and told in a voice that is both quintessentially Irish and inimitably Roddy Doyle’s.
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