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The Commitments

by Roddy Doyle
Aggregate Editorial Score30/100
Published 1987English
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About This Book

The Commitments by Roddy Doyle is a landmark work of humor, first published in 1987. Roddy Doyle's 'The Commitments' is a humorous and gritty portrayal of a group of working-class Dubliners who form a soul band. The novel captures the vibrancy and struggles of urban life in 1980s Dublin, with a focus on themes of ambition, community, and the transformative power of music. Doyle's sharp wit and authentic dialogue have made 'The Commitments' a beloved classic in Irish literature. Themes of ambition, community, music run through the work.

Book Details

AuthorRoddy Doyle
Published1987
Country of Origin🇮🇪 Ireland
LanguageEnglish
Categoryhumor
ISBN978-0749391687
Editorial Score30/100
Country of Origin

🇮🇪 Ireland

This book is part of Ireland's rich literary tradition.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Commitments about?

Roddy Doyle's 'The Commitments' is a humorous and gritty portrayal of a group of working-class Dubliners who form a soul band. The novel captures the vibrancy and struggles of urban life in 1980s Dublin, with a focus on themes of ambition, community, and the transformative power of music. Doyle's sharp wit and authentic dialogue have made 'The Commitments' a beloved classic in Irish literature.

Who wrote The Commitments?

The Commitments was written by Roddy Doyle, from Ireland. First published in 1987.

What awards has The Commitments won?

The Commitments has received the following recognition: notable critical recognition.

Is The Commitments worth reading?

The Commitments is a well-regarded book with an aggregate editorial score of 30/100 on 50 Best Books. It is particularly recommended for readers interested in ambition, community, music.

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What category is The Commitments?

The Commitments is classified as humor.

What country is The Commitments from?

The Commitments originates from Ireland's literary tradition. Explore more books from Ireland on our country page.

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