About “Apeirogon”

Apeirogon is a novel by Colum McCann, published in February 2020. The story explores the Israeli–Palestinian conflict through the lives of two men who each lost a daughter. One man is Palestinian, and the other is Israeli. The novel focuses on their experiences and the emotional impact of their loss within the context of a long-standing conflict. It presents a deeply human perspective on a complex and sensitive issue. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0.)

Praise for “Apeirogon”

“Virtuosic . . . Colum McCann’s grand and exhilarating novel Apeirogon is . . . a profound prayer for peace. . . . Apeirogon reminds us that such incandescent art evokes humility and light in the face of oppression and loss.”

— O: The Oprah Magazine

“Dazzling . . . hypnotic . . . heartbreaking and mesmerizing . . . Besides the kaleidoscopic brilliance of the narrative, this is also a deeply human story.”

— San Francisco Chronicle

“McCann performs his own epic balancing act between life and art, writing with stunning lyricism and fluent empathy as he traces the ripple effects of violence and grief, beauty, and the miraculous power of friendship and love, valor and truth.”

— Booklist (starred review)

Book details

Published
2021
Latest edition
2021 · ISBN 9780812981933
ISBN
9780812981933
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Frequently asked questions

How many pages is Apeirogon?

Apeirogon by Colum McCann has 496 pages.

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