Scottland has not only a high literary potential, as source of inspiration and literary background but it does as well write literary history, through the diversity of the voices identifying themselves as ´Scottish´.
A collection published recently by Glasgow-based edition house Tantallon Tir, carefully curated by John Gerard Fagan features one - if not the - best literary voices made in Scotland. In a bit over 100 pages, this collection is an impressive overview of the topics and ideas inspired by life on an island. Even when they are not explicitly referring to it, talking about experiences in other realms, the personal experience of having lived here continue to shape their literary influences and writing in general.
Initially I was very curious about this collection, as I am sharing a Scottish interest for some time already and I felt rewarded in terms of the quality of the writing and topics. The ideas shared and impressions collected will definitely nurture any incoming trip to the island.
A recommended read to anyone interested in literary travel or just looking for some well-curated lists of quality authors.
Rating: 5 stars
Disclaimer: Book offered as part of the book tour but the opinions are, as usual, my own
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