Road to the Dales: The Story of a Yorkshire Lad

Renowned for his charming and hilarious tales of life as a teacher and school inspector, Gervase Phinn gives us a unique window into his own childhood experiences - of his life growing up in a pre-war, shiny red-brick house (with an inside toilet) on Richard Road, Rotherham. Gervase tells of a life full of happiness, conversation, music and books shared with his three siblings, mother and father. This book is a snapshot of growing up in Yorkshire in the 1950s - reminisce with Gervase, and share in his personal journey - of school days and holidays as well as his tentative steps into the adult world. Devour numerous uproarious stories including the incident involving a broken greenhouse, crashing his brother's newly restored bike as well as secrets about his first dates, adventures at summer camp, family trips to Blackpool and many other captivating tales. With a wicked ear for the comical, and a sharp eye for detail, this beautifully written memoir visits poignant moments, significant events and precious memories from a boy called Gervase.