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Raw Spirit Iain Banks

Raw Spirit By Iain Banks

Raw Spirit by Iain Banks


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Summary

A fascinating journey through Scotland's famous distilleries with legendary author Iain Banks No true Scotsman can resist the allure of the nation's whisky distilleries.

Raw Spirit Summary

Raw Spirit: In Search of the Perfect Dram by Iain Banks

A fascinating journey through Scotland's famous distilleries with legendary author Iain Banks No true Scotsman can resist the allure of the nation's whisky distilleries. In an absorbing voyage as interesting to non-drinkers as to true whisky connoisseurs, sci-fi and literary author Iain Banks explores the rich heritage of Scottish whisky, from the largest and most famous distilleries to the smallest, most obscure operations. Whisky is more than a drink: it's a culture, a binder that joins together people, places and products far across Scotland's rugged terrain. Switching from cars to ferries to bicycles, Banks crisscrosses his homeland, weaving an engrossing narrative from the strange people, fascinating traditions, and downright bizarre places he encounters on his journey down Scotland's great golden road.

Raw Spirit Reviews

"It does what every good book should manage to do, and what a hundred other books on whisky (and a thousand other books on Scotland) have signally failed to do: makes you want to go for a drink with the author." * Observer *
"Studded with bracing shots of pure insight and eloquence. And he's sound on the scotch as well." * Independent *
"A very readable and hugely informative book, and Bank's gentle humour permeates the pages." * Time Out *
"It's an engaging piece of work, part love letter, part memoir." * Esquire *
"A very beguiling fusion of memoir, history and current affairs." * Glasgow Herald *

About Iain Banks

Iain Banks was born in Scotland in 1954. He came to widespread public notice in 1984 with the publication of his first novel, The Wasp Factory. He went on to gain enormous and popular critical acclaim with further works of fiction and science fiction. In 1993 he was acknowledged as one of the Best of Young British Writers. Iain Banks died in 2013 at the age of fifty-nine.

Additional information

GOR001057444
9780099460275
0099460270
Raw Spirit: In Search of the Perfect Dram by Iain Banks
Used - Very Good
Paperback
Cornerstone
2004-08-05
384
N/A
Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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