Non solo a Natale

‘Not Just for Christmas’ is a novella written by Roddy Doyle for the Open Door education series of books. As a ninety page written to order story by rights it should be rubbish but unfortunately it is absolutely fantastic. Written as a piece of nostalgia the story concerns Danny Murphy going to meet Leggi tutto

great small read

If Roddy Doyle wrote a shopping list I would probably be happy to read it.

An interesting little novella, part of the Open Door Series, a series of short novels written by good Irish writers for adults with low literacy skills. My library clearly hasn't understood this and they have this book shelved in Junior Fiction. Junior Fiction it isn't. Two estranged brother, Danny

Un brevissimo racconto, ambientato nella Dublino tanto cara all'autore e caratterizzato dalla sua peculiare ironia. Jim e Danny sono fratelli che non si vedono da una ventina di anni, ma nell'infanzia e nell'adolescenza sono stati inseparabili. Su iniziativa di Jim si danno appuntamento nel signific Leggi tutto

This is the first of Roddy Doyle's books that I've read. It appeals to me because I grew-up with a sibling a year older and Danny's memories caused me to take a second look at some of mine. This short book inspires me to read more of Doyle's work.

I found a copy signed by Doyle to a friend in a used bookstore in Salt Lake City. (Go figure.) This is a slim volume in a series of books designed for adults new to reading. It is a subtle, frank, and affectionate account of a reunion of two brothers. What a nice discovery!

I wouldn't say I'm a big fan of the book's content but would highly recommend for learning German.

Delizioso racconto della buonanotte

1,5 ⭐