Are You Somebody? by Nuala O'Faolain

Are You Somebody? by Nuala O'FaolainUpon its original publication in 1996, Are You Somebody? quickly became an cultural sensation in Ireland, sparking an emotional episode in public life in Ireland. OFaolains striking candour and focus on the long silenced experiences of Irish women helped the book become an international bestseller. Are You Somebody? is an extraordinary memoir that explores identity, love and the search for meaning in a changing Ireland. Nuala OFaolain shares her life

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