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The Bertie Project

a 44 Scotland Street novel
Pages
294
Published
1916
Language
English

Synopsis

In the latest installment of the 44 Scotland Street series, the domineering Irene Pollock returns to Edinburgh to find her young son Bertie has been enjoying a taste of freedom. While she attempts to reassert her strict control, her husband Stuart begins to find his own voice and independence. This gentle comedy of manners explores the small dramas and eccentricities of life in a shared apartment building.

About the author

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Alexander McCall Smith

Alexander McCall Smith, often referred to as ‘Sandy’, is one of the world’s most prolific and best-loved authors. For many years he was a professor of Medical Law and worked in universities in the UK and abroad before turning his hand to writing fiction. He has written and contributed to more than 100 books including specialist academic titles, short story collections, and a number of immensely popular children’s books. His first book, The White Hippo—a children’s book, was published by Hamish...

Characters

Bertie PollockProtagonist
Irene PollockAntagonist
Stuart PollockSupporting
All characters in The Bertie Project