{"product_id":"whisky-galore","title":"Whisky Galore","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn 1943, the remote Hebridean islands of Great and Little Todday face severe wartime rationing, with the complete absence of whisky casting a pall over the entire community. Morale plummets, affecting everyone from George Campbell, who needs a dram for courage to propose to Catriona, to the local priest, doctor, and innkeeper, all of whom find their daily lives devoid of cheer. However, a glimmer of hope emerges when a shipwreck off the coast promises an unexpected bounty that could lift spirits and change their fortunes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhy You Should Read?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImmerse yourself in a charming and humorous tale of resilience and community spirit during the challenging times of World War II.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnjoy a delightful blend of wit and drama set against the unique and picturesque backdrop of the Scottish Hebridean islands.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiscover how a surprising turn of events can transform lives and rekindle hope in the most unexpected ways.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerfect for readers who appreciate classic humorous fiction with a touch of historical charm and a heartwarming message.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompton Mackenzie\u003c\/strong\u003e (1883-1971) was a prolific Scottish novelist, essayist, and biographer. Educated at Magdalen College, Oxford, he published his first novel, \u003cem\u003eThe Passionate Elopement\u003c\/em\u003e, in 1911. Mackenzie served in the Royal Marines during World War I and later worked in intelligence. His extensive body of work includes over a hundred books, encompassing fiction, history, and memoirs. He is perhaps best known for his satirical novels, including \u003cem\u003eWhisky Galore\u003c\/em\u003e, which was famously adapted into a film.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vintage Classics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47050483826941,"sku":null,"price":1118.0,"currency_code":"NPR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0484\/4145\/8840\/files\/9781784870942.jpg?v=1767522947","url":"https:\/\/biblionepal.com\/ar\/products\/whisky-galore","provider":"BIBLIONEPAL","version":"1.0","type":"link"}