It is 1846, the height of the Great Hunger, and young Fergus is forced to grow up fast. Following the destruction of his home, he loses not only his family but everything he has ever loved. So begins an epic journey from innocence to experience that takes him from the west coast of Ireland to the docks and bordellos of Liverpool, and across the Atlantic. Along his journey he will meet bandit chiefs and railway navvies, 'pearl boys' and daring girls, and the willful Molly, who will teach him the ways of the world.
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It is 1846, the height of the Great Hunger, and young Fergus is forced to grow up fast. Following the destruction of his home, he loses not only his family but everything he has ever loved. So begins an epic journey from innocence to experience that takes him from the west coast of Ireland to the docks and bordellos of Liverpool, and across the Atlantic. Along his journey he will meet bandit chiefs and railway navvies, 'pearl boys' and daring girls, and the willful Molly, who will teach him the ways of the world.
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Add this copy of The Law of Dreams to cart. $23.00, like new condition, Sold by Hourglass Books rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Vancouver, BC, CANADA, published 2007 by Canongate.
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As New in As New jacket. Book First edition, first printing as evidenced by the numeral "1" on the verso of the title page; a solid, clean, unread copy in collectable condition.
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The horrors of the Irish famine and the challenges of immigration are vividly portrayed in this book. Along with the true sense of history and circumstance the author gives Fergus, the main character, real passion, drive, and humanity. As you might expect, the story has its dark moments but it is a very satisfying read.