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Description for The Butcher Boy
hardcover. Good copy showing minor age and shelfwear, with light wear to dust jacket
Set in Ireland, this book tells the story of teenage hero Francie Brady. Things begin to fall apart after his mother's suicide - when he is consumed with fury and commits a horrible crime. Committed to an asylum, it is only here that he finally achieves peace. Shortlisted for the 1992 Booker Prize.
Set in Ireland, this book tells the story of teenage hero Francie Brady. Things begin to fall apart after his mother's suicide - when he is consumed with fury and commits a horrible crime. Committed to an asylum, it is only here that he finally achieves peace. Shortlisted for the 1992 Booker Prize.
Product Details
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1992
Publisher
Picador
Condition
Used, Very Good
Number of Pages
224
Place of Publication
London, United Kingdom
ISBN
9780330323581
SKU
KMO0002842
Shipping Time
Usually ships in 2 to 4 working days
Ref
99-1
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