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...
The revolving door of life
The revolving door of life
Synopsis
Life on Scotland Street takes a turn for the better when young Bertie Pollock's overbearing mother departs for a book club in a Bedouin harem, leaving him in the care of his lively grandmother. While Bertie enjoys his newfound freedom from yoga and psychotherapy, his adult neighbors face their own dilemmas involving unexpected windfalls, family secrets, and social escapes. This installment follows the interconnected lives of Edinburgh residents as they navigate the small dramas and humorous misunderstandings of their community.
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Characters
Bertie PollockProtagonist
Matthew WilliamsProtagonist
Pat MacgregorProtagonist
Irene PollockAntagonist
Bruce AndersonSupporting
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Places
Edition
The revolving door of lifeUnknown, 2016
384 pages
Language: EnglishISBN: 9781683240204Center Point Large Print edition.4 editions available
