The Rise and Fall of the Miraculous Vespas – Aye Write! 15 March, 2016.
David F. Ross with Bobby Bluebell, Theresa Talbot & Colin McCredie – The Rise & Fall of the Miraculous Vespas

15th Mar 2016 • 6:00PM – 7:00PM
Mitchell Library, North St, Glasgow G3 7DN
Join David F.Ross, author of the critically acclaimed The Last Days of Disco for the launch of his new book.
Join David F.Ross, author of the critically acclaimed The Last Days of Disco in conversation with BBC presenter, Theresa Talbot (author of Penance) for the launch of his new book The Rise & Fall Of The Miraculous Vespas. Described by Stuart Cosgrove as ‘a madcap romp through the 1980s with Ayrshire’s greatest band. It captures a world of indie rock and attendant wallopers with hilarious élan’ Featuring a special guest appearance by the Miraculous Vespas manager, Max Mojo (played by Colin McCredie) and a live acoustic performance of the band’s legendary hit single, by Bobby Bluebell.
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