Description
This novella charts with great comic exuberance the disasters which occur when Harry's mother, her stepson Jackie Boy, stepdaughter Elaine, and her second husband, descend upon the household - and especially upon Harry's wife, Alice.
About the Author
Born in Waukegan, Illinois, Thompson came to NB in 1966 to teach at the University of New Brunswick. He has published two poetry collections, a book of short stories and three novels, all set in Fredericton. He has also written several radio plays for the CBC and a special play, Victoria's Return, presented locally during the summer of 1984.
Reviews
"A shrewd, supple writer, and much fun to read." -- Edwin Moore * Books in Canada *
Book Information
ISBN 9780864920775
Author Kent Thompson
Format Paperback
Page Count 95
Imprint Goose Lane Editions
Publisher Goose Lane Editions
Weight(grams) 188g
Dimensions(mm) 216mm * 140mm * 8mm
About the Author
Born in Waukegan, Illinois, Thompson came to NB in 1966 to teach at the University of New Brunswick. He has published two poetry collections, a book of short stories and three novels, all set in Fredericton. He has also written several radio plays for the CBC and a special play, Victoria's Return, presented locally during the summer of 1984.
Reviews
"A shrewd, supple writer, and much fun to read." -- Edwin Moore * Books in Canada *
Book Information
ISBN 9780864920775
Author Kent Thompson
Format Paperback
Page Count 95
Imprint Goose Lane Editions
Publisher Goose Lane Editions
Weight(grams) 188g
Dimensions(mm) 216mm * 140mm * 8mm
