May the road rise up to meet you a novel

"An engrossing, epic American drama told from four distinct perspectives, spanning the first major wave of Irish immigration to New York through the end of the Civil War. Four unique voices; two parallel love stories; one sweeping novel rich in the history of nineteenth century America. This remarka...

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Main Author: Troy, Peter
Format: Books Print Book
Language:English
Published: New York : Doubleday, c2012.
Edition:1st ed.
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