The Valley Of The Squinting Windows (1920)

The Valley of the Squinting Windows is a novel written by Brinsley MacNamara and first published in 1920. The story is set in a small Irish village called Gossipmore and revolves around the lives of its inhabitants. The title of the book refers to the fact that the village is so small that everyone seems to be watching each other through their windows, hence the squinting.The novel is a social commentary on the effects of gossip and the power dynamics within a small community. It explores the themes of jealousy, greed, and the desire for power and control. The story follows the lives of several characters, including the wealthy and influential Hogan family, the poor and struggling Byrne family, and the village priest, Father Henaghan.The Hogan family is at the center of the village's social scene, with their wealth and influence allowing them to control much of what happens in Gossipmore. However, their power is threatened by the arrival of a mysterious stranger who seems to know their darkest secrets. Meanwhile, the Byrne family struggles to make ends meet and is constantly at the mercy of the Hogans.The novel is written in a descriptive and engaging style, with vivid depictions of the village and its inhabitants. It is a critique of the small-mindedness and pettiness that can be found in small communities, and a warning against the dangers of gossip and rumor-mongering. Overall, The Valley of the Squinting Windows is a timeless classic that continues to resonate with readers today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.