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‘Am I 68? 69?’ Irvine Welsh on growing old, getting clean, bashing out his new novel
Three decades after he channelled his heroin addiction into the cult classic Trainspotting, the Scottish author has discovered the joys of yoga, breathwork and standing desks. But is he quite as ‘Zen’ as he claims?
TL;DR
- Irvine Welsh, author of 'Trainspotting,' has adopted a healthier lifestyle including yoga, breathwork, and a standing desk.
- His new novel, 'Can Nothing Save Us?', is set in Trump's America and explores themes of dissatisfaction and societal crises.
- Welsh has undergone significant personal changes, including overcoming addiction and re-evaluating his views on aging and spirituality.
- He continues to be a prolific writer, producing novels at a rapid pace, often in his Miami home.
- The novel's themes are influenced by his experiences and observations of contemporary American society and politics.