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Shuggie Bain: Winner of Booker Prize 2020
Paperback
By Douglas Stuart (Author)
Publication Date: 16 October 2020
Shuggie Bain, winner of the 2020 Booker Prize, is a deeply moving and heart-wrenching debut novel by Douglas Stuart. Set in the bleak, working-class neighborhoods of 1980s Glasgow, the book follows the life of young Shuggie Bain as he navigates a turbulent and emotionally charged childhood. Raised by his beautiful yet troubled mother, Agnes, Shuggie is forced to grow up too quickly, struggling with love, loss, and the harsh realities of life in an unforgiving world.
Stuart’s exquisite writing captures the pain of addiction, the impact of poverty, and the complexity of familial love, while also celebrating the resilience of the human spirit. With raw honesty and stunning emotional depth, Shuggie Bain is a testament to the challenges faced by those who are often overlooked by society, and the courage it takes to survive against all odds.
Key Features:
Genre: Literary Fiction, Drama
ISBN: 9781529010243
Format: Paperback
Publisher: Picador
Pages: 448 pages
Language: English
Shuggie Bain is a powerful, unforgettable exploration of love, identity, and survival, set against a backdrop of economic hardship and social isolation. Winner of the prestigious Booker Prize, this novel will resonate with readers long after the last page. Grab your copy today to experience this extraordinary story of struggle and hope.