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My Brother Was An Only Child is a novel by Jack Douglas that explores the complex relationship between two brothers growing up in a working-class family in the 1950s and 60s. The story is told from the perspective of the younger brother, who idolizes his older sibling despite their frequent clashes and disagreements.As they navigate the challenges of adolescence and young adulthood, the brothers grapple with issues of identity, loyalty, and family dynamics. Along the way, they encounter a colorful cast of characters, including their parents, friends, and romantic interests.Through humor, wit, and poignant observations, Douglas offers a heartfelt portrayal of brotherhood and the bonds that hold families together. The novel also touches on broader themes such as social class, politics, and the changing cultural landscape of post-war America.Overall, My Brother Was An Only Child is a compelling and insightful coming-of-age story that will resonate with readers of all ages.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.
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My Brother Was An Only Child is a novel by Jack Douglas that explores the complex relationship between two brothers growing up in a working-class family in the 1950s and 60s. The story is told from the perspective of the younger brother, who idolizes his older sibling despite their frequent clashes and disagreements.As they navigate the challenges of adolescence and young adulthood, the brothers grapple with issues of identity, loyalty, and family dynamics. Along the way, they encounter a colorful cast of characters, including their parents, friends, and romantic interests.Through humor, wit, and poignant observations, Douglas offers a heartfelt portrayal of brotherhood and the bonds that hold families together. The novel also touches on broader themes such as social class, politics, and the changing cultural landscape of post-war America.Overall, My Brother Was An Only Child is a compelling and insightful coming-of-age story that will resonate with readers of all ages.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.