A Season on Vancouver Island

Arnott weaves an eloquent and delightful tapestry of sights, sounds and scents arising from the Island earth. Indigenous histories and places are woven intricately throughout, creating a sense of timelessness. --Cheryl Alexander, award winning author of Takaya: Lone Wolf From spruce trees standing like wizards and 'the language of ravens' to tongue-in-cheek wisdom - 'one milkshake is never enough' - Arnott weaves an evocative dream of memory and place. From spruce trees standing like wizards and 'the language of ravens' to tongue-in-cheek wisdom - 'one milkshake is never enough' - Arnott weaves an evocative dream of memory and place. --D. L. Stephen, author of Edward Feuz Jr: A Story of Enchantment Bill Arnott's A Season on Vancouver Island is a lyrical journey that immerses us in the richness and diversity of West Coast island life. A joyful, enchanting, insightful read for Island explorers and residents alike. --Michael Schauch, award-winning author of A Story of Karma: Finding Love and Truth in the Lost Valley of the Himalaya A book-lover's dream story, A Season on Vancouver Island is a must-have, both for newcomers and for readers already familiar with this regal region. --Cristy Watson, award-winning author of eight novels, including Locked Up and On Cue Delightful observations, captivating imagery and brilliant wit. --Angela deJong, author of Be Free: Mountains, Mishaps and Miracles in Africa Arnott's book sparkles with playful, pointillist prose. It feels like a road trip with your witty and erudite best friend. Arnott's book sparkles with playful, pointillist prose. It feels like a road trip with your witty and erudite best friend. --Graydon Hazenberg, author of Pedalling To Kailash: Cycling Adventures and Misadventures Across the Roof of the World This book is witty and clever, useful and informative. --P.W. Bridgman, Pushcart Prize-nominee author of The Four-Faced Liar and Idiolect Through the expressive pen of Bill Arnott, Vancouver Island transmutes to poetry, and travel becomes song. --Emily Taylor Smith, award-winning author of No Thanks, I Want to Walk: Two Months on Foot Around New Brunswick and the Gaspe With wit, charm and a lyrical lilt, Bill Arnott takes readers on a new quest, exploring the nooks and valleys of Vancouver Island. --Ian Cognito, author of Animusings and, with Anne Marie Carson, Interchange From ferry rides to ocean swims, and from present-day insights to childhood memories, this book captures the uniqueness of Island life and one man's joyful attempt to experience it all. --Christina Myers, bestselling author of The List of Last Chances