Ecstasy and Other Stories

by Re O'Laighleis

The Bisto Book of the Year Merit Award Winning Irish language collection of short stories translated into English for the first time featuring new stories not available in the Irish edition.Re O Laighleis proves once again that there are few writers working in English or Irish so in tune with the times. Often bleak and filled with tension, these stories are hard hitting, yet written with great insight and sensitivity. His characters are credible and recognisable, his stories tough, gritty and raw, dealing with the dark underside of urban life. O Laighleis doesn't spare the reader when tackling issues such as bullying, drugs, Aids and unemployment. Utterly compelling - O Laighleis' greatest gift is that he is a masterful storyteller...

112 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1996

Reviews

[Erin :) · Rating 4 out of 5]

nostalgic yet relevant - good for a kick back into gaeilge