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Jul 17
1h 4m

Douglas Stuart: John of John

Jack Edwards
About this episode
Doglas Stuart is the author of Young Mungo and the Booker-winning Shuggie Bain. Now, he's back with the captivating John of John. This episode was recorded live at Union Chapel in collaboration with Intelligence Squared so it is audio-only. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices 
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