53 pages • 1 hour read
Sebastian BarryDays Without End
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2016A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
Days Without End by Sebastian Barry follows the story of Thomas McNulty, an Irish immigrant, and his companion John Cole as they navigate love, identity, and survival while serving in the American Indian Wars and the Civil War. The novel explores themes of camaraderie, gender identity, and the harsh realities of 19th-century America.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Sebastian Barry's Days Without End has garnered widespread praise for its evocative prose and deep emotional resonance. Critics applaud its vividly rendered historical settings and complex characters. However, some find its violence and bleakness challenging. Overall, Barry's storytelling and lyrical writing elevate the narrative, offering a poignant, albeit intense, experience.
Who Should Read Days Without End?
Readers who enjoy deeply emotional historical fiction with rich, lyrical prose will be captivated by Days Without End by Sebastian Barry. Fans of novels like Lonesome Dove by Larry McMurtry and The Things They Carried by Tim O'Brien will appreciate the vivid storytelling and exploration of complex human experiences against a backdrop of war and survival.
RecommendedReading Age
18+yearsBook Details
Western
Historical Fiction
Irish Literature
Military / War
LGBTQ
Race / Racism
Society: War
Identity: Gender
Identity: Sexuality
American Civil War