Meet the Author: Diane Lyne Gasparinni

Program Type:

Authors & Writing, Book Sales, Book Discussion

Age Group:

Adults
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Program Description

Event Details

Meet local author Diane Lyne Gasparrini as she discusses her book, A Struggle For the Irish American Dream. Copies of the book will be available for purchase and signing.

Diane Lyne Gasparrini was raised in NYC by Irish parents who came to America as young adults. She is currently an adjunct English Professor at St. Thomas Aquila’s College in New York.

Summary:

In the early part of the twentieth century, the Lyne family of Eskadour, County Kerry, encounters several challenges that threaten their survival. Though most of the children in the family are young, they bravely man a farm and battle members of the British forces. Despite overwhelming odds, they overcome their obstacles and optimistically move forward. But when additional difficulties come their way, it is their sixth child, John, who remains focused on his dream of living in America and finding his fortune.

Meanwhile in Cavan, seventeen-year-old Sheila McGovern is also contemplating her future. As she leaves Ireland bound for England, she cannot help but wonder if England is the answer even though her supportive brother Peter will live nearby. Years later, after she decides to join her sisters in New York, she encounters John at an Irish dance and they quickly fall in love. Only time will tell if they can fulfill all their dreams of a brighter future in America.

 

 

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