About the book
A New York Times Notable Book
\"A rich, seductive meld of characters real and fictive, of history and fancy.\" — New York Times Book Review
In this compelling family saga set during a tumultuous era in Boston history, 1960-1984, acclaimed author James Carroll chronicles the lives of two brothers, Nick and Terry Doyle, as they strive to move beyond the strictures of their working-class Charlestown neighborhood to \"the city below.\"
Though one brother is drawn to the worlds of politics and real estate and the other to the underworld of organized crime, their fates remain inextricably linked as each struggles to break free of the blood tie holding him captive to the past. As in his previous bestselling novels Mortal Friends and Family Trade, Carroll seamlessly blends fiction and history to create a gripping tale of family bonds and ethnic violence, vows and betrayals, and political intrigue in the inner sanctums of both church and state.
Editions of City Below
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9780395590706
- EBook
- ISBN 9780547879949
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A New York Times Notable Book
\"A rich, seductive meld of characters real and fictive, of history and fancy.\" — New York Times Book Review
In this compelling family saga set during a tumultuous era in Boston history, 1960-1984, acclaimed author James Carroll chronicles the lives of two brothers, Nick and Terry Doyle, as they strive to move beyond the strictures of their working-class Charlestown neighborhood to \"the city below.\"
Though one brother is drawn to the worlds of politics and real estate and the other to the underworld of organized crime, their fates remain inextricably linked as each struggles to break free of the blood tie holding him captive to the past. As in his previous bestselling novels Mortal Friends and Family Trade, Carroll seamlessly blends fiction and history to create a gripping tale of family bonds and ethnic violence, vows and betrayals, and political intrigue in the inner sanctums of both church and state.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is City Below about?
A New York Times Notable Book
\"A rich, seductive meld of characters real and fictive, of history and fancy.\" — New York Times Book Review
In this compelling family saga set during a tumultuous era in Boston history, 1960-1984, acclaimed author James Carroll chronicles the lives of two brothers, Nick and Terry Doyle, as they strive to move beyond the strictures of their working-class Charlestown neighborhood to \"the city below.\"
Though one brother is drawn to the worlds of politics and real estate and the other to the underworld of organized crime, their fates remain inextricably linked as each struggles to break free of the blood tie holding him captive to the past. As in his previous bestselling novels Mortal Friends and Family Trade, Carroll seamlessly blends fiction and history to create a gripping tale of family bonds and ethnic violence, vows and betrayals, and political intrigue in the inner sanctums of both church and state.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in City Below?
Biography, Literature and Literary studies > Biography and non-fiction prose > Essays
Where can I read a sample of City Below?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780395590706
Who is/are the Author/s of the book City Below?
James Carroll
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
City Below is available as hardcover(ISBN 9780395590706) and ebook(ISBN 9780547879949)
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