The Hat Seller of Seville - by Phillip M Williams (Paperback)

About the Book

A book packed with tales about fascinating people, places and events based on the authors interesting life experiences.

Book Synopsis

The Hat Seller of Seville is the opening story in a book of quirky short stories, memoir and poems. Many of the tales focus on human relationships in various settings around the world, and in Australia. Some poems and prose address environmental and social justice issues. Many of the interesting narratives have their roots in travel experiences over five decades.The author's punchy memoirs of his time growing up in the 1950s and 60s give insight into the social, sporting and family life in a country town in New South Wales.

Review Quotes

Phil Williams takes us on a whimsical journey with these delightful short stories and poems. We meet some engaging characters as well as feeling we are there as invisible observers. Lawrence, Breamlea, Vic.

Phil is an adroit storyteller and ardent entertainer who has honed his skill as a compassionate writer to relate the human condition in all its farcical and fervent flaws. John, Maryville, NSW.

I have always enjoyed reading Phil's stories and poems. I particularly like the short vignettes of memoir. Heart warming and enchanting. Ann, Cooks Hill, NSW.

Every word conveys the high energy of the Phil I know. I feel elevated by his colourful imagination, wise insights, from-the-heart writing and laugh out-loud wit. I love it. Geoff, Carlton, Vic.

Phil Williams has a special gift of seeing an interesting story in everyday happenings. His writing style is fresh and immediate, and the stories have enlivening elements of surprise, tension, affection, tenderness, or humour. Addy and John, Perth, WA

Twists, history, landscapes, intrigue and occasional sex scandals brews up a gripping read. Always astonishment at the next revelation as the narrative unfolds. Rebecca, Alice Springs, N.T.