The Brooklyn Follies

Brief Overview

«The Brooklyn Follies» is a novel by Paul Auster that tells the story of Nathan Glass, a recently retired insurance agent who moves to Brooklyn to spend the rest of his days in solitude. However, his plans change when he meets his nephew, Tom Wood, who works at a bookstore. Soon, Nathan finds himself entangled in a complex web of relationships and events, including the mysterious circumstances surrounding the bookstore owner, Harry Bright, and his family. The novel explores themes of loneliness, chance, and human connection, illustrating how life can change through unexpected encounters and events.