Summary:
The book intertwines the life of an 18th-century Irish noblewoman, Eibhlín Dubh Ní Chonaill, who composed a lament for her murdered husband, with the author's own experiences as a mother and writer. It explores themes of female voice and expression, as the author becomes deeply connected to Eibhlín's story, translating her poem and tracing her footsteps across history.
Key points:
1. Lives Intersecting: The book explores the connection between the author, Doireann Ní Ghríofa, and 18th-century Irish noblewoman, Eibhlín Dubh Ní Chonaill.
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