Topographia Hibernica
Acclaimed stories from the bestselling Irish author
(Author) Blindboy Boatclub'Powered by immense, perverse energy out of the Limerick idiom, the collection generates a singular music that is memorable, unsettling and humane'Guardian 'Eerie, dark and twisted . . . Blindboy's passion for Irish nature, mythology and folklore lends a spiritual profundity' Buzz You don't fully appreciate how large a donkey's head is until it's beside you in a Fiat Punto. The view in my mirror was furry and violent. I was driving blind. Driving with a donkey stuffed in the back seat; jackdaws pecking brains out through the roof of a confessional box; cat piss and astronauts. This is the world not as you see it, but as it is, twisted from the maverick mind of Blindboyboatclub. These are stories of the strange unsettlings in the souls of men caught in between the past and the possible; stories of heart-blinding rage and disquieting compassion. Taking its title from a twelfth-century English manuscript of the same name, which dehumanised the people and culture of Ireland to facilitate domination, Topographia Hibernica is a collection that unravels the knotted threads of humanity, nature and colonisation from a contemporary Irish perspective. Called 'one of the most gifted writers of his generation' by the Irish Times, Blindboyboatclub is the essential voice for the Irish condition in the twenty-first century. Topographia Hibernica is his unmissable new short-story collection.
Blindboy Boatclub
Blindboy Boatclub is a pseudonymous Irish musician, author, and podcaster known for his unconventional approach to storytelling and social commentary. He gained fame as one half of the comedy hip-hop duo The Rubberbandits. In his solo career, Blindboy Boatclub has become a prominent voice in the Irish literary scene, blending humor, satire, and social critique in his works.
His most notable work is "The Gospel According to Blindboy," a collection of short stories that delves into themes of mental health, masculinity, and Irish identity. Blindboy Boatclub's writing style is characterized by its irreverent humor, sharp wit, and deep empathy for his characters.
Through his writing and podcasting, Blindboy Boatclub has made significant contributions to contemporary Irish literature, challenging societal norms and amplifying the voices of marginalized communities. He has been praised for his unique perspective and fearless storytelling, cementing his place as a trailblazer in the literary world.
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Topographia Hibernica
Acclaimed stories from the bestselling Irish author, musician, satirist and podcaster
