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Dolly Considine's Hotel
Dolly Considine's Hotel
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A strange, original, and unusual novel by Carlo Gebler, "Dolly Considine's Hotel" takes two unlikely worlds and yokes them together. Set against the backdrop of the Pro-life Constitutional Amendment of 1983, the novel explores the themes of farce, tragedy, and the blurred lines between reality and fantasy.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 320 pages
Publication date: 08 July 2021
Publisher: Unbound
A novel that defies convention and blurs the lines between two unlikely worlds, "The Catacombs" by Carlo Gebler is a remarkable and unique literary masterpiece. Dolly Considine operates a late-night drinking establishment in Dublin's renowned drinking district, the Catacombs, catering to thirsty politicians and theatricals.
Julian Ryder, an aspiring writer of eighteen years old, seeks refuge from his abusive older brother and finds solace as the new live-in lounge assistant at Dolly Considine's Hotel. Within the confines of the hotel, Julian becomes entangled in the gossip of the shebeens and the intimate details of the guests' bedsheets, using them as inspiration for his literary aspirations. However, the line between reality and fantasy begins to blur, and the hotel transforms into a stage for both farce and tragedy.
Set against the backdrop of the Pro-life Constitutional Amendment of September 1983, the novel seamlessly transitions between the 1950s of Dolly's youth and Julian's summer of unrequited love. The hotel becomes a microcosm of the political and social climate of the time, with Julian's fictional stories, Dolly's secrets, and narrow party politics intertwining with a papier-mâché figure of Mother Ireland giving birth and clashing sword-wielding dancers.
With its rich and intricate narrative, "The Catacombs" poses a threat to the characters and even the entire country of Ireland. It challenges societal norms, explores the depths of human emotions, and offers a thought-provoking commentary on the complexities of life. This novel is a must-read for anyone who appreciates a unique and captivating literary experience.
Weight: 448g
Dimension: 131 x 198 x 42 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781789651294
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