Description
| Product ID: | 9781529124781 |
| Product Form: | Hardback |
| Country of Manufacture: | GB |
| Title: | Raw Spirit |
| Subtitle: | In Search of the Perfect Dram |
| Authors: | Author: Iain Banks |
| Page Count: | 384 |
| Subjects: | Spirits, liqueurs and cocktails, Spirits & cocktails, Travel writing, Travel writing, Scotland |
| Description: | Select Guide Rating New introduction by Ian Rankin_________________________________________‘One of the most playful and entertaining writers of our generation’ Val McDermid, Guardian In an absorbing voyage as interesting to non-drinkers as to true whisky connoisseurs, sci-fi and literary author Iain Banks explores the rich heritage of Scottish whisky, from the most famous distilleries to the most obscure operations. Whisky is more than a drink: it's a culture that binds together people, places and products far across Scotland's rugged terrain. Switching from cars to ferries to bicycles, Banks criss-crosses his homeland, weaving an engrossing narrative full of fascinating traditions, peculiar people, and the downright bizarre places he encounters on his journey down Scotland's great golden road. 'The book I return to most often . . . It's is like slipping into a warm bath.'James Graham, THE TIMES (playwright and creator of ITV's Quiz)'Filled withinsightful and witty observations . . . this is a rip-roaringand informative delve into the unique history and enduring appeal of this iconic spirit.'VISIT SCOTLAND, 9 'must read' books New introduction by Ian Rankin |
| Imprint Name: | Century |
| Publisher Name: | Cornerstone |
| Country of Publication: | GB |
| Publishing Date: | 2019-10-17 |
