
 NPR's Book of the Day
 NPR's Book of the Day 'Say Nothing' tells the story of 'The Troubles' through one woman's murder
 Nov 21, 2024 
 Patrick Radden Keefe, a journalist known for his insights into political conflicts, discusses his book 'Say Nothing' and its adaptation into an FX show. He recounts the heartbreaking story of Jean McConville, a mother of ten whose abduction by armed men left her family shattered. The conversation reveals the lingering trauma from 'The Troubles' in Northern Ireland and how the quest for peace continues to be fragile. Keefe also explores the resurgence of historical tensions in the current political landscape, especially in light of Brexit. 
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 Intro 
 00:00 • 2min 
 The Disappearance of Jean McConville and Its Lasting Impact on Her Family 
 01:52 • 3min 
 The Fragile Peace of Northern Ireland: Haunting Echoes of the Past 
 04:22 • 2min 
 The Heart-Wrenching Discovery of a Mother Lost to History 
 06:29 • 2min 
 The Fragile Peace and the Resurgence of Historical Tensions 
 08:02 • 2min 



