Joseph O’Neill
Godwin
Godwin
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Netherland is a novel by Joseph ONeill that follows the journey of two brothers, Mark and Geoff, as they search for an African football prodigy named "Godwin" in order to change their fortunes. The novel explores themes of family, migration, international business, and the legacy of colonialism. It was longlisted for the 2008 Booker Prize and received critical acclaim for its masterful prose and engaging storytelling.
Format: Hardback
Length: 304 pages
Publication date: 06 June 2024
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers
Netherland is a novel by Joseph O'Neill that follows the journey of two brothers, Mark and Geoff, as they travel across the world in search of an African football prodigy named "Godwin." Mark is a brilliant but self-thwarting technical writer who lives in Pittsburgh with his wife, Sushila, and their toddler daughter. Geoff is a desperate young football agent who was born and raised in the UK. He pulls Mark across the ocean into a scheme to track down "Godwin," an African teenager Geoff believes could be the next Messi. The novel is narrated in turn by Mark and his work colleague, Lakesha Williams. It is a tale of family and migration, as well as an international adventure story that implicates the brothers in the beauty and ugliness of football, the perils and promises of international business, and the dark history of transatlantic money-making.
The novel explores the legacy of colonialism in the context of family love, global capitalism, and the dreaming individual. Joseph O'Neill is a masterful storyteller who brings his characters to life with vivid prose and intricate plotlines. Netherland was longlisted for the 2008 Booker Prize, and it has received critical acclaim from critics worldwide. It is a must-read for anyone who loves a good novel, and it will leave you thinking about the world in a new way.
Weight: 396g
Dimension: 224 x 143 x 23 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780008284046
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