Picnic Comma Lightning looks at how digital life is distorting, echoing and magnifying our age-old preoccupation with what is real and what isn't. Where do we draw the line? How is technology shifting these boundaries? And how do we maintain a sense of reality in an increasingly unreal world?
Focusing on the theme of existential inquiry, Laurence Scott reflects on his mother's death and the nature of reality. Blending philosophy, politics, and memoir, he grapples with profound questions about existence and the authenticity of daily experiences. Through this personal meditation on loss, Scott invites readers to explore the complexities of life and the meaning of reality in contemporary society.
SHORTLISTED FOR THE SAMUEL JOHNSON PRIZE FOR NON-FICTION 2015WINNER OF THE JERWOOD PRIZEWe spend more time than ever online, and the digital revolution is rewiring our sense of what it means to be human.
This collection features a selection of rhymes from the original 1880 edition, offering readers a glimpse into the poetic style and themes of that era. The work maintains its historical integrity, providing an authentic experience of the language and sentiments of the time. Each rhyme reflects the cultural context of the late 19th century, making it a valuable resource for poetry enthusiasts and historians alike.