Shortlisted for the Man Booker Prize, a remarkable novel about Henry James, the American-born novelist and a connoisseur of exile.
A story of resolution, compassion and love, The Blackwater Lightship reveals the intense connection between grandmother, mother and daughter during a family crisis
This sharp and stylish biography redefines the woman George Bernard Shaw once described as ‘the greatest living Irishwoman’ – Augusta Gregory.
Tells about writers and their families. This book explores the often tense relationship between writers and their families.
In this book, novelist Colm Tibn offers a deeply personal introduction to the work and life of one of his most important literary influences the American poet Elizabeth Bishop.
It is Ireland in the early 1950s and for Eilis Lacey, as for so many young Irish girls, opportunities are scarce. So when her sister arranges for her to emigrate to New York, Eilis knows she... Læs mere
Toibin's remarkable insights provide scholars, students, and general readers a fresh encounter with James's well-known texts.
From the bestselling author of Brooklyn, Colm Toibin's first collection of poetry explores travel, sexuality, religion and family.