Summary - Manhattan Beach - Based On The Book By Jennifer Egan

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Summary

SUMMARY 
  
MANHATTAN BEACH 
BASED ON THE BOOK BY JENNIFER EGAN 
  
SUMMARY WRITTEN BY: FASTBOOKS PUBLISHING 
  
CONTENT 
The Shore 
Family Bonds 
Shadows of the Past 
A Father’s Secret World 
War and Opportunity 
Intersecting Lives 
Secrets Beneath the Surface 
Depths of Connection 
The Ocean as a Metaphor 
Analysis and Reflection 
  
ABOUT THE ORIGINAL BOOK 
“Manhattan Beach” by Jennifer Egan is a compelling historical novel set during World War II in New York. The story follows Anna Kerrigan, a young woman determined to uncover the truth about her father's mysterious disappearance. As Anna navigates the complexities of wartime work, she becomes the first female diver at the Brooklyn Naval Yard. Her journey intertwines with Dexter Styles, a man with ties to organized crime, leading to an exploration of family secrets, loyalty, and survival. Egan delves into themes of identity, gender roles, and morality, capturing the struggles of individuals caught between personal desires and societal expectations.

Duration: 24 minutes (00:23:40)
Publishing date: 2024-11-21; Unabridged; Copyright Year: — Copyright Statment: —