Baa

by Christopher Wilson

In 1891 Count Friedryk Baa MindeBerg hobbles through middle age. No other Scandinavian biologist has a firmer grasp of toads, marsupials or Africa as he. But his past is sneaking up with an irrational force that smothers him with guilt that refuses to disperse. By the author of "Blueglass".

160 pages

First published July 21, 2011

About the author

Christopher Wilson has written several novels, including - Gallimauf's Gospel, Baa, Blueglass, Mischief, Fou, The Wurd, The Ballad of Lee Cotton, Nookie, and The Zoo. His work has been translated into several languages, adapted for the stage, long-listed for the Booker Prize, twice shortlisted for the Whitbread Fiction Prize, and shortlisted for the Historical Writers Association Gold Crown.

Chris wrote a doctorate on the psychology of humour at The London School of Economics, worked as a research psychologist at University College London, The London Hospital and The Arts Council, and lectured for ten years at London University Goldsmiths College. He has taught creative writing in prisons, at university and for The Arvon Foundation.

Reviews

[Samantha Henthorn · Rating 5 out of 5]

A wonderful first person account of Fredryck's life, starting with his memories of eating a man when he was an explorer in the jungle. What a character Count Fredryck Baa Mindeberg is, he is short, bald and has one foot. We learn the most about him through his wife's character, her one word answers and how she deals with the mechanical bed that Baa has invented to 'manage' their marriage. Very funny, beautifully written and delightful.

[Imageseer · Rating 3 out of 5]

A graphic work reminesent of "soylent green" but with humor and sheep.