Walk the Blue Fields by Claire Keegan 9780571233076

Walk the Blue Fields

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Claire Keegan, the Booker-shortlisted author of Small Things Like These, returns with her...
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Claire Keegan, the Booker-shortlisted author of Small Things Like These, returns with her eagerly anticipated second collection, Walk the Blue Fields. This compelling anthology delves into the heart of an Ireland grappling with its history, presenting a tapestry of intriguing tales that captivate and provoke in equal measure.

Keegan's razor-sharp prose paints vivid portraits of characters caught in the throes of change and contemplation. A priest, poised at the altar awaiting a bride, wrestles with memories of a passionate affair. A long-haired woman disrupts a clergyman's life, setting his possessions ablaze. As yuletide approaches, darkness descends upon a community when the power fails. Elsewhere, a forester risks his land in pursuit of a spouse, encountering a solitary diner in a seaside hotel. A farmer awakens, partially clothed, to the stark realisation that his funds have all but vanished.

With her characteristic insight and precision, Keegan masterfully weaves these disparate threads into a rich tapestry, offering a nuanced exploration of human nature and the complexities of Irish society. Walk the Blue Fields is a tour de force that cements Keegan's reputation as one of the most astute and compelling voices in contemporary literature.

Product Information:

Book ISBN: 9780571233076
Book Author: Claire Keegan
Book Format: Paperback / softback
Book Imprint: Faber & Faber
Book Publisher: Faber & Faber
Book Dimensions: 197 x 127 x 12 cm
Book Publication Date: 2008-05-01
Book Pagination: 192 pages
Book Weight: 156g

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Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.

This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.

We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.

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