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Scottish Stories
Scottish Stories
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Scottish Stories is a collection of great writing from Scotland, featuring supernatural stories, funny stories, and urban realist stories from various authors, including Robert Louis Stevenson, Eric Linklater, Alasdair Gray, Irvine Welsh, William McIlvanney, Iain Crichton Smith, George Mackay-Brown, Andrew O Hagan, and Leila Aboulela. Each author has a Scottish footprint or accent, and all are masters of their form.
Format: Hardback
Length: 480 pages
Publication date: 23 February 2023
Publisher: Everyman
Scottish Stories is a treasure trove of exceptional writing from a culturally rich land, where the short story has thrived for over two centuries. Within its pages, readers will find a chilling collection of supernatural tales crafted by the talented Robert Louis Stevenson, Eric Linklater, and Dorothy K. Haynes. Meanwhile, Alasdair Gray and Irvine Welsh offer side-splittingly humorous stories that will have you in stitches. Urban realist William McIlvanney also contributes a stylish offering, showcasing his mastery of the form.
While there may not be a single defining characteristic that unites all the authors, each one leaves a distinctive Scottish footprint or accent in their writing. What sets this collection apart is the remarkable skill with which each author handles their chosen genre. From Iain Crichton Smith's evocative portrayal of the Gaelic-speaking highlands to George Mackay-Brown's vivid depiction of the Orkney islands, Andrew O Hagan's gritty portrayal of working-class Glasgow, and Leila Aboulela's thoughtful exploration of the complex relations between colonizers and colonized from her home in Aberdeen, these stories showcase the depth and diversity of Scottish literature.
Editor Gerard Carruthers has done an excellent job in curating this collection, highlighting the unique voices and perspectives of these talented writers. Whether you're a fan of supernatural tales, humor, or urban realism, Scottish Stories has something to offer everyone. So, immerse yourself in this rich tapestry of stories and discover the magic that lies within the pages of this remarkable anthology.
Weight: 478g
Dimension: 125 x 190 x 34 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781841596358
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