- Paperback: 192 pages
- Publisher: Pen Press; First edition (15 Oct 2010)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 1907499598
- ISBN-13: 978-1907499593
- Product Dimensions: 19.6 x 13 x 1.6 cm
- Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 499,734 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Vernham, a pretty but mindless little village, loiters pointlessly in the beautiful English countryside of Vernbury Vale, almost suspended in time. It's got bags of charm - cobbled streets, 16th-century houses, and so on, but there's something a bit odd about it...Vernhamites are somewhat eccentric - oddballs most of them, miscreants and deviants - but you'll grow to like them. Averse to technology, immersed in their own quaint rituals, they even refuse the GBP1 coin as acceptable currency. Alcohol is a big pastime, the vicar being its biggest participator - but with reverse vandalism rife, Vernham's got its good points! Pity it's no place for outsiders, but you're welcome to take a sneaky peek. Be warned though, don't linger unless you're an exhibitionist, counterfeit Scotsman, or enjoy painting garden snails! Take a light-hearted walk down memory lane with a difference - it won't hurt. Have fun!
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1 of 2 people found the following review helpful
This book is a refreshing piece of fun and you have to read it to believe it.The characters are lovable and funny.A book that is definitely lighthearted and enjoyable.
1 of 2 people found the following review helpful
In his novel, `The Vernham Chronicles,' John Saunders provides a glimpse into a small village of Vernham located in the countryside around Vernbury Vale, England. The buildings are mostly 16th century with a few mock Tudor buildings. When viewed from the outside, the village appears to be a quaint and charming village "suspended in time," however, what makes the village so captivating is its collection of wacky and eccentric residents that live intriguing, comical, and atypical lives. `Vernham Chronicles' is a character exploration of the residents of a quaint village and their quirky habits and unconventional behavior.
`The Vernham Chronicles,' is divided into twelve chapters with each chapter focusing on a specific setting in the village such as the local tea room, Candy Shop, Country Inn, and more. The stories of the characters in each chapter are loosely connected to one another. The characters presented in each chapter are not just compelling in their oddities and behaviors, but readers will see how these characters are key figures representing the heart of the little village. For instance, readers will follow the Reverend Parsworthy and his alcohol induced rants and eccentric contemplations. PC Fred Sweetman is a man with a history of flashing people who is also a part-time Bobby. Fred is viewed as the "cog in the machine of the village."
Vernham is an intriguing village with its gossip mill and devilish young boys stealing Candy from Ye Olde Sweetie Shoppe. And the village residents are resolved to live in the past with their absolute lack of interest in technology. Vernham is a village filled with characters with comical idiosyncrasies that will amuse readers. With all of their peculiar and quirky behavior, readers will laugh at the ridiculous and obsessive behavior which makes the story such a fun and entertaining read. The `Vernham Chronicles' is highly recommended to readers who love reading amusing stories about charming communities with quirky and engaging characters.
Tracy Roberts, Write Field Services
`The Vernham Chronicles,' is divided into twelve chapters with each chapter focusing on a specific setting in the village such as the local tea room, Candy Shop, Country Inn, and more. The stories of the characters in each chapter are loosely connected to one another. The characters presented in each chapter are not just compelling in their oddities and behaviors, but readers will see how these characters are key figures representing the heart of the little village. For instance, readers will follow the Reverend Parsworthy and his alcohol induced rants and eccentric contemplations. PC Fred Sweetman is a man with a history of flashing people who is also a part-time Bobby. Fred is viewed as the "cog in the machine of the village."
Vernham is an intriguing village with its gossip mill and devilish young boys stealing Candy from Ye Olde Sweetie Shoppe. And the village residents are resolved to live in the past with their absolute lack of interest in technology. Vernham is a village filled with characters with comical idiosyncrasies that will amuse readers. With all of their peculiar and quirky behavior, readers will laugh at the ridiculous and obsessive behavior which makes the story such a fun and entertaining read. The `Vernham Chronicles' is highly recommended to readers who love reading amusing stories about charming communities with quirky and engaging characters.
Tracy Roberts, Write Field Services
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The Vernham Chronicles
This book was written by a friend of mine, it is unique and funny and has strange characters. It is about a village that has almost been suspended in time, has many memories from the past and I think you will have met many of the characters in every day life, in the past or present, I have found it very amusing.
It is not a typical book with a beginning middle and ending, if you have a daft sense of humour and enjoy quirky things this is for you!
This book was written by a friend of mine, it is unique and funny and has strange characters. It is about a village that has almost been suspended in time, has many memories from the past and I think you will have met many of the characters in every day life, in the past or present, I have found it very amusing.
It is not a typical book with a beginning middle and ending, if you have a daft sense of humour and enjoy quirky things this is for you!
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