No Irish Need Apply
No Irish Need Apply by Edward C. Patterson, published by Edward C. Patterson in 2008, is a work of fiction that explores the complexities of adolescence and societal boundaries. This edition spans 116 pages and is presented in English. The narrative centers on Kevin Borden, a teenager with a secret that threatens to disrupt his seemingly ordinary life, governed by his widow mother, Sarah, and his study-mate, Louis. Set against a backdrop of historical discrimination, the story delves into themes of identity and the courage to challenge societal norms.
Readers will find a coming-of-age tale that captures the essence of youthful rebellion and the quest for self-discovery. As Kevin and Louis navigate their suburban environment, they confront the limitations imposed by a society marked by exclusionary attitudes, such as the “No Irish Need Apply” signs of the past. This exploration of friendship and the desire to break free from societal constraints invites reflection on the broader implications of belonging and acceptance. With its engaging narrative, this book offers a poignant look at the challenges faced by those on the fringes of society.
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Kevin Borden has a secret, and that secret is about to shake the world around him – a tame and suburban world ruled by his widow mother, Sarah and peppered by his study-mate, Louis. Teenagers sometimes do the darndest things, but in Kevin and Louis’ case, it’s a stroke of wisdom wrapped in fool’s gold. In a time not so long ago, in the days of JIM CROW and NO IRISH NEED APPLY signage, the world made it clear to those regarded as the fringe. “Stay away.” To those who know no better – or perhaps know best, such lines are only meant to be crossed, or why else would they be drawn. Selected as 2009 June Book of the Month by Booz Allen Hamilton’s Diversity Reading Group.
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