The Winds from Further West by Alexander McCall Smith Hardcover Book

Description: The Winds from Further West by Alexander McCall Smith After a throw-away comment lands him in a difficult situation, Dr Neil Andersons principles are put to the test. He ultimately leaves his job, his partner, and Edinburgh far behind for the seclusion and remote beauty of the Isle of Mull off the west coast of Scotland. There love once again blossoms, and Neils life is forever changed. FORMAT Hardcover CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description From the worlds favourite author of The No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency, this novel is about chance encounters; it is richly atmospheric and packed with compassion and humour.Often a small and seemingly insignificant event can change the course of our lives.Not long after starting a new job, Neil meets Chrissie. Romance soon blossoms and together they move to a lavish flat in Edinburgh. Everything seems to be falling into place perfectly.But an innocuous, throw-away comment unintentionally causes Neils career to collapse, and, at the same time, a cruel betrayal shatters the life he thought he knew.His only option is to escape to the secluded, remote beauty of a breathtaking Hebridean island. Here, he finds a different way of life, and new friendships develop. But he cant escape the past forever, and soon he must confront a life-changing decision once more.Praise for Alexander McCall Smiths writing:The authors prose has the merits of simplicity, euphony and precision. This is art that conceals artSunday TelegraphBags of warmth and wisdom and easy, accomplished writing that begs for a comfy chairThe TimesCharming, delightful, feel-good stuff Daily Express Author Biography Alexander McCall Smithis the author of the highly successfulNo. 1 Ladies Detective Agencyseries, which has sold over twenty-five million copies. Since then he has devoted his time to the writing of fiction and has seen his various series of books translated into over forty-six languages and become bestsellers throughout the world. These include the44 Scotland Streetnovels, first published as a serial novel in theScotsman, theIsabel Dalhousienovels, theVon Igelfeldseries and theCorduroy Mansionsnovels. Review Cancel culture, given its possibilities, has strangely few literary outings. Thank goodness, then, for Alexander McCall Smith, who here kicks off the action with a spectacular de-platforming... while I loved the city-country contrast and the trademark gentle wisdom, the shocking academic skulduggery was my favourite [aspect]* Daily Mail *a captivating page-turner... With his signature lightness of touch and humour* Sunday Post *Neil takes a thoughtful, understated and deeply humane approach to matters of the heart... gently subversive-- Roger Hutchinson * The Scotsman *His latest book is something of a departure. It encompasses very present issues in the UK: cancel culture, workplace bullying, and the changing world of academia... an exploration of character... a call to arms for better society * BBC Radio 4 Front Row *in McCall Smiths friendly narration... all is well in the curative Hebrides.* West Highland Free Press *lovely stuff from the worlds favourite author* Saga magazine, latest must reads *The Winds from Further West is an immersive experience, one where you sit down to read for an hour only to find yourself lost for the day in the world of Neil, a man who seems to have it all* Scottish Field * Details ISBN1846976693 Author Alexander McCall Smith Format Hardcover Publisher Birlinn General Year 2024 ISBN-13 9781846976698 Publication Date 2024-10-01 Imprint Polygon An Imprint of Birlinn Limited Place of Publication Edinburgh Country of Publication United Kingdom Audience General UK Release Date 2024-10-01 ISBN-10 1846976693 Pages 272 AU Release Date 2024-10-01 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:161628064;

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