Peter Sheridan Knihy

Part of the Open Door series of short books for emerging readers, now translated for the first time into Irish with the support of An Chomhairle um Oideachas Gaeltachta agus Gaelscolaiochta, and ideal for learners of the Irish language

Im 2. Teil seiner Jugenderinnerungen erzählt der irische Autor (Jg. 1952) von einem sorgfältig gehüteten Familiengeheimnis, der Liebe seines Vaters zu einer anderen Frau. (Forts. von: äDublin im Herzenä)

Designed for emerging readers, this book is part of the Open Door series, which offers engaging and accessible stories. The series focuses on fostering literacy through relatable characters and simple narratives, making it an ideal choice for young readers to build confidence and develop a love for reading. Each book in the series aims to inspire curiosity and imagination while providing a supportive learning experience.

Following the death of the author's father and despite the family's grief, it became apparent that an awkward situation would have to be resolved. For over 47 years, Peter Sheridan's father had maintained a relationsip, mainly on paper, with another woman. She would need to be told of his death

The city is Dublin, the year is 1972. Redser and Pancho are two teenagers from the North Wall. Redser is top of the class, especially good at math. Pancho's knack is finding money, not adding or subtracting it. Redser's parents run the local credit union. Pancho's dad runs riot in the city pubs on pay day. The boys' worlds could not be further apart. Yet they are the best of friends. One day, on his regular paper round, Redser stumbles upon the aftermath of a crime. Two elderly sisters, 'the East Wall witches', have been burgled. But the robbers haven't taken all the money. Redser and Pancho are about to face the biggest challenge of their lives.

A heartfelt account of growing up in Dublin in the 1960's. Featured on TV recently.

Philo seeks refuge at the Good Shepherd convent from her husband Tommo, ready to change her life. Her rebellious nature, marked by swearing and smoking, makes her stand out in the convent.