About

In a Booker Prize-winning novel, Douglas Stuart tells a story set in 1981 Glasgow about self-discovery and a son's love for his flawed mother, Agnes. As the city faces poverty and hopelessness, Agnes dreams of a better life. Struggling with alcoholism, she inadvertently neglects her children, except for Shuggie, who remains devoted despite being misunderstood. The novel explores themes of poverty, love, pride, addiction, loss, and self-discovery, portraying the unconditional love children feel for their parents.

Pages

449

Publisher

Grove Press