The Valley of Squinting Windows by Brinsley MacNamara

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Author MacNamara, Brinsley, 1890-1963
Title The Valley of Squinting Windows
Note Reading ease score: 78.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "The Valley of Squinting Windows" by Brinsley MacNamara is a novel written in the early 20th century. This work explores the complexities of rural Irish life, focusing primarily on the character of Mrs. Brennan, a dressmaker whose past heavily influences her present and her hopes for her son, John, who is studying to become a priest. The narrative promises rich themes of ambition, shame, and the struggle for redemption as the characters confront societal expectations and personal flaws. The opening of the novel introduces readers to Mrs. Brennan, who is depicted as a woman battling her past while striving for a better future through her son. As she reflects on her life, the narrative reveals her deep-seated ambitions, frustrations with her husband, and the burdens she carries due to her earlier indiscretions. The setting of Tullahanogue Valley is brought to life, contrasting the seemingly idyllic landscape with the darker realities of gossip and judgment that permeate the community. The chapter sets the stage for the exploration of Mrs. Brennan's relationships with her son, her husband, and the close-minded village that both nurtures and confines her. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Ireland -- Social conditions -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 61102
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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