R贸n谩n Hession
Presented by James Naughtie, the Irish writer R贸n谩n Hession takes questions from a Bookclub audience on his debut novel, Leonard and Hungry Paul.
Presented by James Naughtie, the Irish writer R贸n谩n Hession takes questions from a Bookclub audience on his debut novel, Leonard and Hungry Paul. The book was shortlisted for the British Book Awards Debut Book of the Year 2020 and selected as one of the 50 Great Irish Novels of the 21st Century.
The story follows two single, board-game-loving men in their 30s, still living at home, as they navigate everyday life. It celebrates the ordinary, and the idea that we can learn from the people we might otherwise overlook.
This recording takes place in the 麻豆社 Scotland studios in Pacific Quay, Glasgow.
Producer: Dominic Howell
Editor: Gillian Wheelan
This was a 麻豆社 Audio Scotland production.
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