Drift

by John Hanley

Published by Nicholson & Watson - 1944 - thus 1st Edition - 251 Pages

This debut novel was partly written in County Cork, the author was heavily influenced by the literary genius of James Joyce.

The story revolves around Joe Rourke and his relationship with his mother. As people they represent a profound expressions of the Catholic soul and the novel focuses on identity, family bonds, the complexities of life, and love.

Condition - 1944 Nicholson & Watson 1st Uniform Edition. Good+ Hard Back Book bumping to the corners of the boards, and rubbing head and tail of the spine. (see image). Royal Naval War Libraries Stamp to the front free end paper and the name M E Cheyne stamped to the front paste down. All pages are clean and bright and the binding is tight.