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A story of boyhood friendship and irrepressible vitality told with the speed of trains and the understanding of the awkwardness, significance and fragility of that time. This is a day in the life of two boys as told by one of them.



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If you didn't grow up in Scotland you will enjoy this book. But if you did grow up here you will absolutely love it! - Jack McConnell, Scotland's First Minister.

A brilliant debut filled with ironic revelation. - The Times.

Quite simply, spot on. - Big Issue in Scotland.

Reminded me of Twain and Kerouac ... a story told with wonderful verve, immediacy and warmth. - Edwin Morgan.

Ripe with humour and poignant vignettes of boyhood, this is an endearing and distinctive novel. - Scotland on Sunday

Me and Ma Gal

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      Publisher: Luath Press Ltd
      Publication Date: Publication Date: 22/11/2020
      ISBN13: 9781910021972, 978-1910021972
      ISBN10: 1910021970
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      Description

      Book Synopsis

      A story of boyhood friendship and irrepressible vitality told with the speed of trains and the understanding of the awkwardness, significance and fragility of that time. This is a day in the life of two boys as told by one of them.



      Trade Review

      If you didn't grow up in Scotland you will enjoy this book. But if you did grow up here you will absolutely love it! - Jack McConnell, Scotland's First Minister.

      A brilliant debut filled with ironic revelation. - The Times.

      Quite simply, spot on. - Big Issue in Scotland.

      Reminded me of Twain and Kerouac ... a story told with wonderful verve, immediacy and warmth. - Edwin Morgan.

      Ripe with humour and poignant vignettes of boyhood, this is an endearing and distinctive novel. - Scotland on Sunday

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