Are You Somebody?: A Memoir

Are You Somebody? is a special commemorative edition of Nuala OFaolain's memoir, featuring an introduction by acclaimed author June Caldwell. It tells the story of OFaolain's childhood, where her love of books saved her from a harrowing life. Despite her professional success, she longed for a deeper connection to the world. The memoir is a powerful example of courage, honesty, and bold living, and was No. 1 on The New York Times best seller list.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 296 pages
Publication date: 19 April 2018
Publisher: New Island Books

Are You Somebody? is a special commemorative edition featuring an introduction by acclaimed author June Caldwell. This captivating memoir delves into the life of Nuala OFaolain, born into a poverty-stricken family with an overwhelmed mother and an absent father. Despite facing hardships, OFaolain's love for books and reading became her lifeline, saving her from a tumultuous childhood. While she achieved great professional success as a columnist, her longing for a deeper connection to the world remained unfulfilled. She courageously pushed against the confines of her Catholic upbringing in Ireland, extracting wisdom from her experiences that only a woman who embraced life fully could possess.

This runaway international best-seller claimed the top spot on The New York Times' best seller list. With its strikingly vivid and deeply emotional narrative, Are You Somebody? stands as a singular example of courage, honesty, and bold living, much like its author. Nuala OFaolain's story is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the power of literature to transform lives.

Weight: 244g
Dimension: 176 x 174 x 23 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781848406858