A History of Loneliness, 9780552778435
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Irish priest’s faith tested; confronting secrets in a shattered church.
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A History of Loneliness

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    480 pages

  • Release Date

    30 June 2015

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Summary

The Priest’s Confession: A History of Loneliness

Odran Yates’ journey begins in 1972, entering Clonliffe Seminary with youthful ambition, guided by his mother’s conviction of his priestly vocation. He embraces his studies and eagerly seeks camaraderie.

Four decades later, Odran’s unwavering devotion faces a crucible of revelations, shattering the Irish public’s trust in the Church. He witnesses friends on trial, colleagues imprisoned, and the devastation of young parishioner…

Book Details

ISBN-13:9780552778435
ISBN-10:0552778435
Author:John Boyne
Publisher:Transworld Publishers Ltd
Imprint:Black Swan
Format:Paperback
Number of Pages:480
Release Date:30 June 2015
Weight:334g
Dimensions:198mm x 130mm x 30mm
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John Boyne

John Boyne is the author of fifteen novels for adults, six for younger readers, and a collection of short stories. His 2006 novel The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas has sold more than 11 million copies worldwide and has been adapted for cinema, theatre, ballet, and opera. His many international bestsellers include The Heart’s Invisible Furies and A Ladder to the Sky. He has won four Irish Book Awards, including Author of the Year in 2022, along with a host of other international literary prizes. His novels are published in sixty languages.

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