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PUBLISHER: Luath Press
FORMAT: Paperback
ISBN: 9781908373052
RRP: £7.99
PAGES: 160
PUBLICATION DATE:
September 1, 2011
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Singin’ I’m No a Billy He’s a Tim
What happens when you lock up a Celtic fan? What happens when you lock up a Celtic fan with a Rangers fan? What happens when you lock up a Celtic fan with a Rangers fan on the day of the Old Firm match? Des Dillon creates the situation and watches the sparks fly as Billy and Tim clash in a rage of sectarianism and deep-seated hatred. When children have been steeped in bigotry since birth, is it possible for them to change their views? There are no easy answers, but this book rises to that challenge. It’s time to end ‘Scotland’s shame’. Join Billy and Tim on their journey of discovery. Are you singing their tune?
Des Dillon
Des Dillon was born and brought up in Coatbridge. He is a poet, short story writer, novelist and dramatist writing for radio, stage, television and film. He was writer in residence at Castlemilk from 1998 to 2000, and has worked as a teacher of English, a creative writing tutor, and a TV scriptwriter. His novels have been translated into Russian and Italian. His novel, Me and Ma Gal, first published in 1995, was selected as one of The List/Scottish Book Trust’s 100 Best Scottish Books of all time. His acclaimed play Singin’ I’m no a Billy, He’s a Tim is probably the most performed play in Scotland in the last five years. He now lives in Galloway, and also currently performs stand up comedy.