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§Author· 3 books

James Kelman

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§All Books
Cover of How Late It Was, How Late by James Kelman

How Late It Was, How Late

James Kelman, 1994
6 ratings
Cover of A Disaffection by James Kelman

A Disaffection

James Kelman, 1989
2 ratings
Cover of The Busconductor Hines by James Kelman

The Busconductor Hines

James Kelman, 1984
2 ratings

§ About James Kelman's books

Books on SansFiction
3
Published
1984–1994
Average rating
3.2 / 5 across 10 ratings
Genres
Blind, Classics, Fiction

Start here: How Late It Was, How Late (1994)

Winner of the Booker Prize. "A work of marvelous vibrance and richness of character." "New York Times" Book Review

Common questions about James Kelman

What is James Kelman best known for?
James Kelman is best known for How Late It Was, How Late, published in 1994 with 6 ratings and a 3.5 average. It is the most-rated of James Kelman's books on SansFiction.
How many books has James Kelman written?
SansFiction lists 3 books by James Kelman, published between 1984 and 1994. The most popular are How Late It Was, How Late, A Disaffection and The Busconductor Hines.
Which James Kelman book should I read first?
How Late It Was, How Late is the usual place to start: it is James Kelman's most-rated book here, with a 3.5 average.
What genres does James Kelman write?
James Kelman's books on SansFiction are tagged Blind, Classics and Fiction.

Explore: Blind · Classics · Fiction