Town Is by the Sea

<p><b>While a young boy enjoys a summer's day, his thoughts constantly return to his father, who is digging for coal deep under the sea.</b><br><br><b>“A masterpiece. I can't recommend it highly enough.”</b> <i>The Independent</i> <br><b>"An atmospheric, haunting story." </b><i>The Bookseller</i><br><b>“Beautifully evocative. This book is pure delight.” </b><i>The School Librarian</i><br><br>Stunning illustrations by Sydney Smith, the award-winning illustrator of <i>Footpath Flowers</i>, show the striking contrast between a sparkling seaside day and the darkness underground where the miners dig. This beautifully understated and haunting story brings a piece of mining history to life. The ever-present ocean and inevitable pattern of life in a mining town will enthral children and move adult readers, as a young boy wakes up to the sound of the sea, visits his grandfather's grave after lunch and comes home to a cosy dinner with his family, but all the while his mind strays to his father digging for coal deep down under the sea.</p>