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The Speckled People chronicles the youth of Hugo Hamilton in Dublin, as he confronts questions of belonging and identity. Through his family's immigrant background, Hugo explores the intertwined histories of Ireland and Germany, confronting fear, guilt, and cultural misunderstandings. The narrative culminates in revelations about his parents' hidden past, offering a path to personal liberation.
First publish date: 2003
Genre: Memoir/Family Memoir
Authors: Hugo Hamilton
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