Chronicles of Fair Island

<p>From a remote island on Canada's rugged east coast author Eric Colbourne brings us another collection of compelling stories some surreal some filled with grief and others in a lighter and more nostalgic vein.</p><p><br></p><p>During the Klondike Gold Rush of 1897 a young couple leaves the island to seek riches in the Yukon Territory a decision that leads to misfortune.</p><p><br></p><p>An older woman reflects on her husband's terminal illness her son's death and her own mortality.</p><p><br></p><p>A young man coming of age in the early 1960s learns to harness the power of radio waves to teleport to exotic destinations.</p><p><br></p><p>The online world of scams and skulduggery presents unique opportunities for an individual with an internet obsession.</p><p><br></p><p>These twelve powerful stories blend the sublime with the outlandish for moments of pure entertainment and self-discovery.</p><p><br></p><p>Imbued with impish wit and heartfelt honesty Colbourne has found his voice in Chronicles of Fair Island.</p><p>-Glen Tilley Producer/Director Former Head of CBC Radio's Arts and Entertainment</p><p><br></p><p>Entertaining stories from a strangely familiar NL community in a creative writing style that captures the imagination.</p><p>-Mervin Wiseman Canadian Coast Guard (Retired)</p>