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A historians personal journey into the complex questions of immigration, home and nationFrom Ireland to London in the 1950s, Derry in the Troubles to contemporary, deindustrialised Manchester, Joyce finds the ties of place, family and the past are difficult to break. Why do certain places continue to haunt us? What does it mean to be British after the suffering of Empire and of war? How do we make our home in a hypermobile world without remembering our pasts?Patrick Joyces parents moved from Ireland in the 1930s and made their home in west London. But they never really left the homeland. And so as he grew up among the streets of Paddington and Notting Hill and when he visited his family in Ireland he felt a tension between the notions of home, nation and belonging. Going to My Fathers House charts the historians attempt to make sense of these ties and to see how they manifest in a globalised world. He explores the places the house, the street, the walls and the graves that formed his own identity. He ask what place the ideas of history, heritage and nostalgia have in creating a sense of our selves. He concludes with a plea for a history that holds the past to account but also allows for dynamic, inclusive change.
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I thought this would be a more structured history, but it’s more of a personal reflection. Some of the topics seemed disjointed and hard to follow. It has its moments, but it didn't resonate with me as much as I hoped.
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Samantha Lee
Mixed feelings about the writing style
While I loved the concept and some parts of the narrative, I felt like the writing could be clearer at times. There were moments that dragged on a bit too long. Still, it’s worth a read if you enjoy memoirs.
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Amir Rashid
A heartfelt journey through time
This book takes you on a real emotional ride! The stories are so relatable, especially for anyone who has family ties. I found myself reflecting on my own childhood while reading it. It’s a treasure for those who appreciate personal histories.
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Elena Martinez
Beautifully written and moving
I was captivated from the first page! The author’s voice is so genuine, and the stories about family really struck a chord with me. Great for anyone looking to explore personal histories or family dynamics. I couldn't put it down!
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