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I Could Have Been a Stoker for a Vertical Wimple Crimper
Paperback
ISBN13: 9781479499892
Publisher: Wildside Press
Published: May 9 2025
Pages: 160
Weight: 0.44
Height: 0.40 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Geoff Hill, an award-winning travel writer, takes readers on a hilarious and thought-provoking journey across Canada in this brilliant collection of tales. From surviving a near-death experience while walking to work in Ontario to discovering time travel in Toronto, Hill's adventures will keep you entertained and inspired.
Join Hill as he tracks down the famous frog of Fredericton, eats the mighty forests of New Brunswick, and gets screeched in as an honorary Newfoundlander. With his witty observations and engaging storytelling, Hill brings the diverse landscapes and cultures of Canada to life.
Praised by fellow travel writers as having travel writing genius in his very soul and being one of the most talented travel writers ever, Hill's work has won multiple UK, European, and World awards. This collection showcases his trademark humor and insight, making it a must-read for anyone who loves a good travel story.
Whether you're a seasoned traveler or an armchair adventurer, Hill's tales will transport you to the heart of Canada and leave you with a newfound appreciation for the beauty and quirkiness of this vast country.
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