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Literary Fiction· United Kingdom

How Late It Was, How Late

by James Kelman
Aggregate Editorial Score73/100
★Booker Prize
Published 1994373 pagesEnglish
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About This Book

How Late It Was, How Late by James Kelman is a landmark work of literary fiction, first published in 1994. Sammy, a Glasgow petty criminal, wakes up after a binge having gone blind after a confrontation with the police. Kelman's Booker Prize winner, narrated entirely in Glasgow dialect and free indirect discourse, was controversial for its language but is now recognised as a masterpiece of working-class literature. Themes of blindness, working class, Glasgow run through the work. The book has received recognition from Booker Prize 1994.

Awards & Recognition

Booker Prize
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199468
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James Kelman
United Kingdom
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is How Late It Was, How Late about?

Sammy, a Glasgow petty criminal, wakes up after a binge having gone blind after a confrontation with the police. Kelman's Booker Prize winner, narrated entirely in Glasgow dialect and free indirect discourse, was controversial for its language but is now recognised as a masterpiece of working-class literature.

Who wrote How Late It Was, How Late?

How Late It Was, How Late was written by James Kelman, from United Kingdom. First published in 1994.

What awards has How Late It Was, How Late won?

How Late It Was, How Late has received the following awards and honours: Booker Prize 1994.

Is How Late It Was, How Late worth reading?

How Late It Was, How Late is a well-regarded book with solid critical recognition, with an aggregate editorial score of 68/100 on 50 Best Books, based on mentions across 1 editorial source. It is particularly recommended for readers interested in blindness, working class, Glasgow.