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A collection of 13 interlinked short stories which recreate Glaswegian life. It describes a violent upbringing which translates in early adulthood to brawls at dance halls, the bustle and pomp of an Orange march and a Catholic wedding. Other work by the author includes "The Magic Flute".
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Its Colours They Are Fine
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"Poetic, affectionate and moving stories of Glasgow street life" (Sunday Times)
"Beautifully observed . . . in each story there is a shining and unforced truthfulness" (EDWIN MORGAN)
"A calm and necessary visionary" (ALI SMITH)
"Like Chekhov's stories . . . [Spence] is a writer to cherish" (Scotsman)
"One of Scotland's most accomplished literary talents" (The Times)
"Brilliant . . . exquisitely and beautifully written stories" (LIZ LOCHHEAD The Herald)
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