17 Martin Street
A Graphic Novel
Marilyn Taylor author Jason Browne illustrator Alan Nolan editor
Format:Paperback
Publisher:O'Brien Press Ltd
Published:28th Apr '25
Should be back in stock very soon
Graphic novel adaptation of the classic wartime novel
When Hetty Golden’s family move to Martin Street near Portobello bridge in Dublin, they’re not sure of their welcome. And next door, Ben Byrne’s family are not sure about their new Jewish neighbours: it’s the Emergency and they are suspicious of strangers.
To repay a debt, Ben agrees to do odd jobs for the Goldens, keeping it a secret from his family. But there’s a bigger secret: Renata, a refugee from Nazi Germany, is on the run in the city, and Hetty is determined to rescue her.
Can Hetty and Ben overcome their differences and save Renata, or are they just meddling in things they know too little about?
simple, powerful story of heroism
-- Sunday Independentthe story’s message of human kindness overcoming difference is more relevant now than ever
-- Irish ExaminerAdapted to graphic novel format, this book brings 1940s Dublin to life, exploring themes of racism, war, censorship and poverty. Marking the eightieth anniversary of the end of World War II, this is a timely reminder of the importance of embracing cultural differences when the world so badly needs friendship and acceptance.
-- CBI’s The Best Irish Books ofISBN: 9781788495806
Dimensions: 260mm x 170mm x 5mm
Weight: 258g
80 pages