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Shuggy Bane
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Douglas Stuart's 'Shuggie Bain' is a poignant and heart-wrenching novel set in 1980s Glasgow, Scotland.
The story revolves around Hugh 'Shuggie' Bain, a young boy growing up amidst poverty, addiction, and social decay.
Shuggie's life is dominated by his unwavering love and loyalty to his alcoholic mother, Agnes, whose struggles and vulnerabilities shape his childhood.
The novel explores themes of family, identity, and the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity.
Stuart's vivid and evocative prose paints a stark picture of working-class life in Thatcher-era Scotland, capturing both the harsh realities and the moments of tenderness and hope.
The story revolves around Hugh 'Shuggie' Bain, a young boy growing up amidst poverty, addiction, and social decay.
Shuggie's life is dominated by his unwavering love and loyalty to his alcoholic mother, Agnes, whose struggles and vulnerabilities shape his childhood.
The novel explores themes of family, identity, and the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity.
Stuart's vivid and evocative prose paints a stark picture of working-class life in Thatcher-era Scotland, capturing both the harsh realities and the moments of tenderness and hope.
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