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My Sand Life, My Pebble Life

Author: Ian McMillan
Published: 2022
Format: Hardback, 176 pages
Size: 190 × 130 × 20 mm
Regular price £1099
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Seaside Memories

A nostalgic journey to the British coast

My Sand Life, My Pebble Life is a warm and whimsical memoir that captures the essence of childhood summers spent by the sea.

Seaside Nostalgia

Through a series of nostalgic vignettes and poems, Ian McMillan invites you to relive the joys and quirks of family holidays at the British seaside. From building sandcastles and dodging frisbees to eating fish and chips and searching for seashells, this book evokes a sense of nostalgia for those carefree days filled with sunshine, laughter, and the salty tang of the sea air.

Relive the Simple Joys

My Sand Life, My Pebble Life is a collection of heartwarming and humorous memories, including:

  • Endless days on the beach, punctuated by the rhythm of the tides.
  • Family adventures in cramped caravans and quirky holiday cottages.
  • The thrill of spotting the sea for the first time after a long journey.
  • The bittersweet feeling of leaving the seaside and returning to everyday life.
  • The simple pleasures of ice cream, sandcastles, and seagull encounters.

This book is a delightful ode to the British seaside and the enduring power of childhood memories. It's a perfect read for anyone who cherishes those carefree summer days spent by the sea.

About the Author

Ian McMillan is a renowned poet, journalist, playwright, and broadcaster. He is known for his warm and witty observations on everyday life and his ability to capture the essence of human experience.

Praise for My Sand Life, My Pebble Life

"A collection of heart-warming coastal tales... evokes a wonderful sense of nostalgia that's sure to transport you back to your own coastal experiences." — Coast Magazine

"This heartwarming and sea-air-infused collection of coastal memories will instantly transport you back to childhoods spent at the seaside." — Countryman

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