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Singing Stones and Blue Trout Paperback – May 29, 2019

by Philip Atkinson (Author)
5.0 out of 5 stars 12 ratings
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A story of English country life in the mid-20th century for a young boy, orphaned and passed around several families before meeting Nelson Greenwood—the remarkable man who took him in and changed his life. “I have to tell you this in case I pop my clogs or, worse—lose my marbles and the knowledge disappears along with me. It’s not of great importance; just bits of countryside lore that coloured life in the mid-20th century. I don’t pass it along to be of use in and of itself—times change and circumstances require new things for people to get by. But, if I’m right, there may be a reversal of much technology, and having how-to knowledge such as I learned from Nelson Greenwood may again be of value one day.” - BP
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    5.5 x 0.55 x 8.5 inches
  5. ISBN-10
    1798421518
  6. ISBN-13
    978-1798421512
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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Independently published
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ May 29, 2019
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 218 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1798421518
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1798421512
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 10.1 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.5 x 0.55 x 8.5 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    5.0 out of 5 stars 12 ratings

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Philip Atkinson

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Phil was born November 4th, 1953 at Sedgefield, County Durham, England at Hardwick Hall. From there, his mother took him back home to Witton Park where he spent the first decade of life with his dad, four brothers and three sisters. You can read about the circumstances of his family leaving the village in his novel "The King Street Kids."

They moved to Newton Aycliffe, one of the experimental new towns that were the UK's hope for post-war Britain to become a reinvented nation. It was there he met life-long friends who were instrumental in his life. He was indentured as an apprentice and became a journeyman mechanical engineer.

He lived for a time on a beach in the south of France, emigrated, scrubbed pots in a hospital, eventually graduated from the University of Victoria with a BA in Fine Arts to pursue a 20-year career with the government of British Columbia in Communications.

Phil is proud to be, as late friend and celebrated artist Ted Harrison described him, a 'Son of County Durham,' and has compiled a collection of local stories in 'Folk Tales from North East England.'

Phil's second novel, "Singing Stones and Blue Trout' is set in mid-20th century North of England and looks at the life of Ben, for whom things change for the better when he is adopted by Nelson Greenwood, a countryman who shares his wisdom and kindness.

Phil lives on 'the edge of the world,' Vancouver Island, on Canada's Pacific coast. He is married and has two daughters, a son and (last count) five grandchildren.

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  • Janet Collingwood
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent read.
    Reviewed in the United States on December 27, 2019
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    Great writing ... wonderful story.
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  • Lynda M. Kempsey
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent read
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 29, 2024
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    A lovely book which was very readable. I would have enjoyed this even if it wasn't based on the area I live. It is autobiographical but a lyrical read which taught me so much. Anyone who thinks they're into self sufficiency, sustainability, history, or who just loves a well written book that immerses you in another world, should definitely read this book.
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  • Lori Blouin
    5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful and moving!
    Reviewed in Canada on August 28, 2020
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    History, adventure, tradition and friendship... all expertly woven together to reveal the memories of Benjamin Pardew. After a rough start in life. Benjamin goes to live with Nelson Greenwood, his guardian, mentor, and friend. As Benjamin learns the most surprisingly practical life lessons, we the readers, learn along with him. The beauty, warmth, and kindness makes this book an emotionally moving experience.
    Each chapter could stand alone as a short story in its own right, but somehow the author ties one adventure gently to the next with the consistent ribbon of character, time, and place. As such, this book can inspire non-stop reading or be savoured slowly over time. I read it slowly over time and I look forward to re-reading "Singing Stones and Blue Trout" many times as I seek its wisdom and genuine belief in humanity.
    I highly recommend this book!
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Singing Stones and Blue Trout
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 27, 2019
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    Chief character Nelson Greenwood is rich in country skills and traits learned through years of war, hunger, and little money. He is eager to pass along his knowledge to anyone with courage, heart and the passion to learn and work hard. Singing Stones and Blue Trout is a beautiful story of the fortunate coalition of Ben, a young boy facing a life with little chance of success, and an old timer who takes him in.

    Set in the mid-twentieth century and wandering a gentle path through a landscape of woods, fields, rivers, and lakes, young Ben soaks in the wisdom of his mentor Nelson, who imparts knowledge and skills of how to catch and harvest food, how to integrate with friends and strangers with tips on timing and charisma. Nelson blends foraging techniques with bargaining, searching and exploring. There are many ideas to ponder and practice for bush crafters. A gentle humour shines throughout, particularly the knack for arriving in the right place at feeding time. Singing Stones and Blue Trout is full of practical tips in just the right order and format for producing tradable products in a world where money was always in short supply. The yarn is thoughtful and practical—the characters real and the stories authentic, giving great insight into a world that marries the need for enterprise with the reality of shortages.
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  • Janet Collingwood
    5.0 out of 5 stars Marvellous book. Magical story.
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 16, 2019
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    I read Singing Stones and Blue Trout in a two-day binge and now I wish I had slowed down bit so I still had some of Philip Atkinson’s prose left to enjoy. It’s the sort of story that effortlessly combines the magic of times disappearing over the horizon behind us with a desire to relearn all the skills that are slipping away. Without looking for it at all, I realized there are several places where simple culinary creations are so well described and in such detail that any half-decent cook would have no difficulty reproducing them. What I liked most about this book is the straightforward and generous way of the character Ben in sharing the experience of his time with Nelson. It comes through without preaching and without the false expertise so prevalent in our modern world. I found the ending an unexpected but carefully crafted mixing of sad and happy with the ring of truth that things are what they are. I will read this again for sure, even if it’s just to master the recipe for old English terrine!
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  • Mark Vallack
    5.0 out of 5 stars Beautifully written.
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 9, 2020
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    Philip Atkinson has written a wonderful story which records a way of life now sadly well and truly in the past. It is one of those books which anyone who owns a copy will read every five years for the rest of their life. You will lend it to friends, but make sure you get it back.
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