- Paperback: 280 pages
- Publisher: Survival Books (15 Mar 2007)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 1905303270
- ISBN-13: 978-1905303274
- Product Dimensions: 19.6 x 13 x 2.2 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
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- #46 in Books > Travel & Holiday > Countries & Regions > Europe > Spain > Cities & Regions > Balearic Islands
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In an entertaining new book about how a three-month visit to the enchanted island of Ibiza in the mid-1960s turned into a 20-year sojourn, Andersen presents a lighthearted, affectionate look at Ibiza, Spain, and the Spanish people, and how the Ibizencos welcomed the gentle invasion of artists, hippies, and musicians in the '60s.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
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This book is like an exquisite box of chocolates with the one difference being that ALL the centers are delicious. If you've lived in the Mediterranean during the 60's it will open a floodgate of memories when money didn't count and hearts were big and generous; if you haven't had that privilege then you'll just have to believe it because it WAS like that. Mr. Andersen has painted a masterpiece here using just the right colours and tones to a point that you can actually smell the wild thyme. He can make you laugh and cry but most of all he makes you feel good. Amongst other fabulous anecdotes his description of a voyage across Spain with his lovely horse is enough for another book and I personally can't wait for a second Stewart Andersen to arrive on the shelves. If you want to double your pleasure this Summer - take it on holiday with you - it's pure sunshine!
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
A book which gives a fascinating insight into the 60,s, a period of caring and nurturing as evidenced by the authors love of people, animals, food and booze. A must read for this summer even if you cant make it to Ibiza.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Not a holiday rep in sight...
Stewart Andersen's life in Ibiza isn't remarkable in itself, but his wonderfully observed account of people, places and pets lets you meander through a lost world. From the fat priest on the ship out to the island to bemused bus drivers - one with his busload of tiddly tourists is enrolled in dead of night to help Stewart's dozy horse out of a ditch - you get to know them all. Laugh aloud, cry with a smile on your face, smell the food, feel the sun on your skin. Enjoy a place that tolerates daft bureaucracy and a very relaxed timetable, keeps doors unlocked and a warm welcome always ready. Open a bottle of wine and enjoy an Englishman's transformation into an honorary Ibicenco.
Stewart Andersen's life in Ibiza isn't remarkable in itself, but his wonderfully observed account of people, places and pets lets you meander through a lost world. From the fat priest on the ship out to the island to bemused bus drivers - one with his busload of tiddly tourists is enrolled in dead of night to help Stewart's dozy horse out of a ditch - you get to know them all. Laugh aloud, cry with a smile on your face, smell the food, feel the sun on your skin. Enjoy a place that tolerates daft bureaucracy and a very relaxed timetable, keeps doors unlocked and a warm welcome always ready. Open a bottle of wine and enjoy an Englishman's transformation into an honorary Ibicenco.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Oh how I wish I could of been there!
As I am only 28 years old I missed out on the 60's but this book takes me there to a real
haven for peace, sunshine and love in its many forms. Read more
haven for peace, sunshine and love in its many forms. Read more
Published on 5 Nov 2009 by L. White
Not very interesting
I found this quite a boring book - nothing happened and the characters were one dimensional. The title hinted that this was not going to be a "Wild" book but a gentle look at... Read more
Published on 20 May 2009 by jkennedy
Wild Thyme in Ibiza
This is a heart-warming and delightful book, a perfect bedside book to own. Reading this is like encountering a charming man telling part of his life story in a most enjoyable way... Read more
Published on 29 Nov 2008 by L. McCawley
Well written... but short
Top book, very well written and you can't help but enjoy reading it, he has a nice perspective on things and it is nice to read about the relaxed Ibiza way of life. Read more
Published on 17 Aug 2008 by Londoner
More Wild Thymes Please!
This is a jewel of a book! Recollections of a time, long ago, but not so long ago, that may barely exist now.
I laughed, I sniffled. Read more
I laughed, I sniffled. Read more
Published on 17 May 2007 by Mrs. A. Scott
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