A collection of short stories, some set against the background of the author's life as a coalminer in the Neath valley and a soldier in Burma during World War 2, dealing with relationships within families and coal-mining colleagues.Together with one personal essay about the fellow miner and writer B. L. Coombes.

Soon to be serialised in the Western Mail. Featuring foreword by Professor Dai Smith. This Parthian/Modern edition will feature new short story 'The Onllwyn Train'.

About the Author
At 96 years old George Brinley Evans has lived a full and impressive life. At age 14 he worked in Banwen Colliery before joining the army 4 years later to serve in Burma with the 856 Motor Boats, first with the 15th Indian Corps then the 12th Army. George returned to Banwen Colliery after the war, married Peggy Jones and raised a family together. After losing an eye in an accident in the Cornish Drift, George began practicing as a sculptor and painter, as well as writing scripts for independent television and the BBC. George still lives and works in Banwen.


Book Information
ISBN 9781914595264
Author George Brinley Evans
Format Paperback
Page Count 120
Imprint Parthian Books
Publisher Parthian Books