Irvine Welsh For Starters
By Willy Maley
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This lively and lucid account of the world and work of Irvine Welsh gives readers in a rush what they want: the inside track on Trainspotting, the agony behind Ecstasy, the dirt dished on Filth, or to get stuck into Glue. Maley gets down to the nitty-gritty and writes with acid wit on all of Welsh's writing, from The Acid House to Bedroom Secrets of the Master Chefs. Maley never welshes on the deal, but gives pure uncut criticism. If you're still struggling to come to terms with Marabou Stork Nightmares then wake up and smell the coffee. This potent little guide is the critical equivalent of a double espresso, shot through with jumping beans.
This title provides an entertaining and cutting edge introduction to contemporary literature.
Willy Maley is Professor of Renaissance Studies at the University of Glasgow
| Title | Price | ISBN | Availability | |
| Irvine Welsh For Starters, Willy Maley | £6.99 | 9781906220259 | 11/12/08 | |
Muriel Spark For Starters
By Willy Maley
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This sparkling and insightful account of the world and work of Muriel Spark from pram to prime offers lessons in life from The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie to The Finishing School. Get the skinny on The Girls of Slender Means, cut to the chase with Loitering with Intent, and stare straight into The Abbess of Crewe without blinking. Maley writes on Spark with nerve and verve. This critical caper aims at aiding and abetting the reader in order to send them on their way rejoicing. With Maley in the driver's seat you're in safe hands. So sit back, think of Scotland, and enjoy the ride.
This title provides an entertaining and cutting edge introduction to contemporary literature.
Willy Maley is Professor of Renaissance Studies at the University of Glasgow
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| Muriel Spark For Starters, Willy Maley | £6.99 | 9781906220242 | 25/09/08 | |