Storia di Shuggie Bain

Set in 1980s Glasgow, the novel follows young Shuggie as he struggles to care for his mother, Agnes, who is descending into alcoholism. Amidst a backdrop of poverty and social decay, the story is a heartbreaking but ultimately beautiful testament to the unconditional love between a son and his mother.

Author: Douglas Stuart

Douglas Stuart is a Scottish American fashion designer and author. This debut novel won the Booker Prize in 2020 and was inspired by his own upbringing in Glasgow, offering a raw and authentic look at working class life during the Thatcher era.