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The Book of Scotlands
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A diverse and vibrant collection celebrating Scotland's many voices.
Perfect for anyone seeking authentic Scottish perspectives and stories.
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About the Ebook
The Book of Scotlands outlines 156 possible Scotlands which currently do not exist anywhere but maybe, someday, could. At a moment when, after centuries of desire and unrest, independence seems to be a real possibility for Scotland, Scottish-born, Berlin-based musician/author/journalist Momus, real name Nick Currie, offers a delirium of visions, practical and absurd. Momus, who describes himself as a polymath-dabbler, suggests that the real Scotland is free to embrace or reject this parallel world.
Reviews
Inventive, relaxed and enjoyable, it imagines 156 different Scotlands, ranging from delightful to dystopian. JULIAN GOUGH, The Guardian
The Book of Scotlands is a considerate, deeply generous take on the life of this country and its possible futures. PAT KANE, The Scottish Review of Books
I don’t think I am overstating it to say that The Book of Scotlands will be read and reread, studied and assessed centuries from now for what it says about early 21st century Scotland. GERRY HASSAN
If The Book of Scotlands reads at times like a knowing amalgam of Calvino, Donald Barthelme and Georges Perec, It is also not wholly removed from the whimsical world of Ivor Cutler. BRIAN DILLON, The Guardian
An anthology of one – Momus has the perfect blend of wit, yearning, solipsism and exile with which to compose a prophetic book for a pretendy poetic nation that prefers to dream itself, rather than be itself. ALEC FINLAY
Why You'll Love This Ebook
- Anthology of varied Scottish voices, stories, and perspectives.
- Celebrates the diversity of Scottish experience and culture.
- Published by Luath Press, Scotland's leading independent publisher.
- A rich tapestry of what it means to be Scottish.
About the Author
Nick Currie, more popularly known under the artist name Momus (after the Greek god of mockery), is a prolific songwriter, blogger and former journalist for Wired. In his lyrics and his other writing he makes seemingly random use of decontextualized pieces of continental (mostly French) philosophy, and has built up a personal world he says is ‘dominated by values like diversity, orientalism, and a respect for otherness.’ He is fascinated by identity, Japan, Rome, the avant-garde, time travel and sex.
Publication Details
Publisher: Luath Press
Publication Date: 24 April 2020
Print Length: 247 pages (Ebook edition)
ISBN (Ebook): 9781912387472
Format: Ebook
Language: English
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