Let the Great World Spin: A Novel by Colum McCann
Set in 1970s New York City, the novel weaves together the stories of a diverse group of characters, ranging from a young Irish monk living among prostitutes in the Bronx to a group of wealthy Park Avenue ladies planning a charity event. Their lives intersect in unexpected ways against the backdrop of a tightrope walker's daring feat between the Twin Towers. The narrative explores themes of love, loss, and the interconnectedness of humanity.
The 3619th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 2009
- Nationality
- American
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 349
- Words
- 138,000
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following lists:
- National Book Award - Fiction (National Book Foundation)
- The 80 Books Every Man Should Read (Esquire)
- International Dublin Literary Award (International Dublin Literary Award)
- 200 Books That Shaped 200 Years of Literature (The Center for Fiction)