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Blood & Rorschach
A Novella by E. P. Wakefield

Blood & Rorschach is a novella written by artist Edward Wakefield, based upon his performance in Nottingham 2006 as his then alter ego, Captain Ed, a landlocked sailor from the past.

Wakefield used this alter ego to perform texts he had written, drawing upon maritime myths to inform a host of characters and narratives, questioning ideas of identity, truth, authorship, history, voyages and madness.

These narratives also draw upon the real-life experiences recorded in Wakefield’s own diaries, which span the past eleven years.

The novella brings the process full circle, resulting in a tale that seems to be set in the past, but which frequently travels through time, referencing the everyday to jolt the reader back into their own reality.

A audio version of the story, performed by Wakefield and Glasgow based artist Alexander Stevenson, can be heard by clicking the links on the right.

The first audio installment of Blood & Rorschach was aired on Strax, Rhubarb Radio, on Wednesday 4th November 5-7pm, along with an interview with Ed Wakefield and his selection of songs from the seas.

If you would like to purchase a copy of Blood & Rorschach, please email info@insertspace.org.uk

This project was kindly supported by Arts Council England, Business Link and The Event.