Listen "John Boyne"
Episode Synopsis
John Boyne is one of the most successful and critically acclaimed novelists of his generation. In a career spanning more than 30 years, he has published 16 novels for adults, 6 novels for younger readers, and a short story collection.His most famous book, ‘The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas’, is a modern classic and, globally, the biggest selling novel by an Irish writer since records began, selling more than 11 million copies worldwide.His new book ‘Earth’, the second of a four novella sequence, is out now.Content warning: The topic of suicide is referenced at 14.46 to 15.24 minutes. New episode every Tuesday.Brought to you by Eason – Ireland’s favourite bookseller.Book choices:The adventures of Robin Hood, Roger Lancelyn GreenThe Cider House Rules, John IrvingThe Go-Between, L.P. Hartley Follow the show:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bookshelfpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bookshelfpodcast Follow Ryan:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/instatubridy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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