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Peter Cunningham

    May 10, 1947

    Peter Cunningham is an acclaimed Irish novelist whose work masterfully blends political subject matter with psychological realism and a lyrical sensitivity to place and people. He is celebrated for his historical novels that intricately chronicle the lives of local families throughout the twentieth century, often set in a fictionalized version of his childhood home. Cunningham's fiction has garnered significant critical attention, recognized for its unique fusion of social commentary and deep human insight. His distinctive voice offers readers profound explorations of character and community within evocative settings.

    The Bear's Requiem
    The Letters of Horace Walpole
    The Sea and the Silence
    Who Trespass Against Us
    The Snow Bees
    Freedom Is a Land I Cannot See
    • 2023

      The Letters of Horace Walpole

      Vol. IV

      • 548 pages
      • 20 hours of reading

      This reprint preserves the original text from 1857, offering readers a glimpse into the past with its historical context and themes. The book captures the essence of its time, reflecting societal norms and issues. It serves as a valuable resource for those interested in literature from that era, showcasing the author's unique style and perspective. The reissue aims to make classic literature accessible to modern audiences, inviting them to explore the enduring relevance of its themes and characters.

      The Letters of Horace Walpole
    • 2021

      Freedom Is a Land I Cannot See

      • 304 pages
      • 11 hours of reading
      4.2(20)Add rating

      Set in the tumultuous period following Irish independence, the story follows Rose Raven, who has been blinded in an attack. Living quietly with her brother, she harbors secrets that could jeopardize the fragile stability of the new Irish Free State. The narrative explores the complexities of her life and the broader societal challenges during these precarious early years of independence.

      Freedom Is a Land I Cannot See
    • 2008

      The Sea and the Silence

      • 254 pages
      • 9 hours of reading

      This novel tells the story of Iz, a young woman trapped in an unhappy, adulterous marriage, and how she is haunted by a great love in her past

      The Sea and the Silence
    • 2004

      Vysoká hra

      • 312 pages
      • 11 hours of reading

      Děj příběhu je od začátku do konce nabitý napětím a zavede nás do exotického prosředí dostihů, v němž velké peníze propůjčují velkou moc, vítězové žijí na výsluní a na ty, kdo prohrají, se rychle zapomíná. Kniha potěší všechny příznivce Dicka Francise

      Vysoká hra
    • 1996

      Gestern war er noch ein angesehener Superintendent, heute ist Theo Shortcourse ein Mörder auf der Flucht. Aus seinem Versteck am Fluss erzählt er sein Leben, das eng verwoben ist mit dem Schicksal des modernen Irland: mit dem Kampf der IRA und politischen Machenschaften, Spionage und Verrat.

      Die Stimme aus dem Delta
    • 1993

      On May 17th an IRA bomb outside Paddington Station, London, claims one victim, a beautiful teenage girl, and changes the life of two men beyond their most terrifying dreams.

      Who Trespass Against Us
    • 1990

      The Bear's Requiem

      Wildly Exciting Thriller of High Finance

      • 320 pages
      • 12 hours of reading

      Steve Osorio is the hottest name on Wall Street. The company he created is the most avidly watched, fastest growing commodities operation around, but suddenly and dramatically it crashes, and Osorio knows he's been set up.

      The Bear's Requiem