The Railway Station Man

The Railway Station Man

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Author: Jennifer Johnston
Binding: Hardback
Published: London; Hamish Hamilton, 1984

Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings

Set against the backdrop of the Irish coast, the story revolves around Helen, a middle-aged woman seeking solace and escape from her past. Her life takes an unexpected turn when she encounters Charles, a reclusive and enigmatic man who lives in a converted railway station. Their unlikely connection blossoms into a tender and complex relationship, offering both characters a chance at redemption and a renewed sense of purpose. However, their newfound happiness is threatened by the intrusion of the Troubles, as the political violence and sectarian tensions of Northern Ireland cast a shadow over their lives.

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Description

Author: Jennifer Johnston
Binding: Hardback
Published: London; Hamish Hamilton, 1984

Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings

Set against the backdrop of the Irish coast, the story revolves around Helen, a middle-aged woman seeking solace and escape from her past. Her life takes an unexpected turn when she encounters Charles, a reclusive and enigmatic man who lives in a converted railway station. Their unlikely connection blossoms into a tender and complex relationship, offering both characters a chance at redemption and a renewed sense of purpose. However, their newfound happiness is threatened by the intrusion of the Troubles, as the political violence and sectarian tensions of Northern Ireland cast a shadow over their lives.