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A Large Measure of Snow
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A Large Measure of Snow—A Tale From Kinloch
Atmospheric Scottish storytelling from Kinloch
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About the Ebook
It's December 1967, and the town of Kinloch is cut off by heavy snow. With all roads closed, the only way to feed and water the townsfolk is for the fishing fleet to sail to Girvan for much needed supplies.
But the skipper of the Girl Maggie, Sandy Hoynes, has a problem. First mate Hamish has, to everyone's astonishment, been chosen as Young Fisherman of the Year by a Glasgow newspaper. Marooned in the town and with one eye on a scoop, their reporter decides to join the fishing crew on their mercy mission. The thought of the publicity - and some remuneration - delights Hoynes. But Hamish hasn't told him the whole story.
As the blizzards worsen, the crew of the Girl Maggie embark upon a trip like no other, encountering ghostly Vikings, gigantic crustaceans and a helpful seagull.
Why You'll Love This Ebook
- Discover atmospheric Scottish storytelling from Kinloch
- Explore another tale set in Denzil Meyrick's fictional world
- Engage with evocative crime and community fiction
- Read another celebrated title from Polygon - an imprint of Birlinn Ltd
Reviews
'A Para Handy-style tale — brimming with bonhomie, bristling with banter and laced with a healthy dose of fantasy' Sunday Post
'It sings with the evocation of time, place and people, and the humour and truth behind fishermen's tall tales' The Scotsman
'Para Handy on a hallucinogenic trip' Stuart Cosgrove
'Brimming with humour and a delight to read from start to finish — look no further for a delightful read' Dundee Courier, Scottish Book of the Week
About the Author
After studying politics, Denzil Meyrick worked as a police officer, distillery manager, freelance journalist, and company director. He is originally from Campbeltown in Argyll, but now lives with his wife Fiona on Loch Lomondside.Publication Details
Publisher: Polygon (an imprint of Birlinn Ltd)
Publication Date: 01 October 2020
Print Length: 138 pages (Ebook edition)
ISBN (Ebook): 9781788853460
Format: Ebook
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