Espedair Street

Interesting Facts

• At the heart of the story is the fate of Daniel Weir, once a brilliant bass guitarist and songwriter who, despite success and fame, becomes a prisoner of his own memories and regrets.
• The novel is steeped in the musical atmosphere of the 1970s, with each chapter resonating like a separate track, filled with longing, irony, and gentle sadness.
• The fictional band «Frozen Gold», around which the plot revolves, is depicted with such authenticity that the reader almost believes in its real existence and can imagine its songs.
• The city of Glasgow is not just a backdrop, but a living participant in the story; its streets and houses witness the hero’s inner struggle and his attempts to find peace.
• The book delicately explores the nature of creative talent and the price paid for moments of inspiration and recognition, as well as the loneliness that inevitably accompanies true genius.