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Thirty entertaining and mostly humorous short stories comprising life experiences in which we can all relate. It reminds us that every day in our life is a unique experience and will not always be a bunch of roses. As you will find in this book there will be stories of good times, and times to laugh about. On other occasions there will be earthquakes in our life but also hope. The writer draws on experiences in New Zealand, Zambia, Thailand, England, Scotland, Switzerland, and Australia to write entertaining stories often with a surprise twist. He captures the dramatic moments in September and February when Christchurch, New Zealand was rocked by two large earthquakes. The author was nearby a six-storey building which collapsed entombing 113 occupants. "An avid short story reader, I thought these were brilliant and must be published. The stories are not only told by Brian but are Brian, reflecting his witty sometime subtle sense of humour and play on words. They are naturally thought provoking." David R Moore M.Prof.Studs., Dip.Mgt., Cert.QA. No library descriptions found. |
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Mr. Wilson’s travel stories present the most beautifully written passages in their descriptions of foreign lands. Many of the pieces are so subtle they seem like simple conversations, but more often than not hold a gem of wisdom, and again the writer’s philosophy such as in his piece, “Dad,” which probably sums up the entire book as well as the horrific natural disaster that occurred at Christchurch on 2/22/2011 at 12:51 p.m. “…our lives are always in God’s hands—even when we think we are in control…” My personal favorite is probably the shortest piece: “A Moment of Truth,” in which Mr. Wilson blends the present with the future and reality with nightmare. This piece reminds me of the work of Rod Serling. I would love to see Brian Wilson develop more stories along this line.
I had read and reviewed BUMPY ROADS before I read MOMENTS IN TIME—which, I suppose might be a bit backward as BUMPY ROADS was written after MOMENTS IN TIME. Having lived through the terrifying Northridge earthquake, I wondered at first about the lack of those wild swings of emotion. However, especially now after reading more of Mr. Wilson, I realize he has got it just right. This is his voice, telling his stories, his way. And what a delightful way it is. So grab a copy of MOMENTS IN TIME, sit back, relax, and don’t forget to brew a cup of tea. In Mr. Wilson’s very strong and capable hands, you will soon know, all is right with the world, one way or another, in this or any other moment in time.
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