Hardback Book Club first edition by the author of My Left Foot Christy Brown. Good condition no jacket.
“Down All the Days” is an autobiographical novel by Christy Brown, published in 1970. Christy Brown, an Irish writer and painter, is best known for his remarkable life story: he was born with severe cerebral palsy and could control only his left foot. Despite his disability, he became a successful author and artist, using his left foot to write and paint.
Overview and Plot Summary
“Down All the Days” is a semi-autobiographical work inspired by Brown’s life growing up in the tenement slums of Dublin, Ireland, in the mid-20th century. The novel is a vivid, raw, and often humorous portrayal of his family, neighbors, and the struggles of living with a disability.
Key Elements of the Story:
• Christy’s Family Life: The novel introduces us to the chaotic, loving, and sometimes overwhelming Brown family. Christy’s mother is a central figure—strong, caring, and dedicated—who fiercely supports him despite the family’s poverty and hardships. His father, on the other hand, is a rough and occasionally violent character, shaped by the challenges of working-class life.
• Growing Up with Cerebral Palsy: Through the eyes of Christy, readers experience the difficulties of living with cerebral palsy in an environment lacking adequate medical and social support. The novel does not shy away from the physical and emotional pain of Christy’s condition, but it also captures his resilience, wit, and determination.
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