The Barrytown Trilogy is a series of three novels by Irish author Roddy Doyle. The books—The Commitments, The Snapper, and The Van—explore the lives of the working-class residents of Barrytown, a fictional suburb of Dublin. Each novel focuses on different characters and their experiences, often infused with humor and social commentary. The trilogy highlights themes of family, friendship, and the struggles of everyday life. The Commitments follows a group of young musicians trying to form a soul band, while The Snapper centers on a young woman's unexpected pregnancy. The Van deals with the challenges of unemployment and personal relationships.