A Touch of Strange: Amazing Tales of the Coast By: Dick Hammond

A Touch of Strange: Amazing Tales of the Coast

Immerse yourself in a captivating collection of stories that have stood the test of time, brought back to life by Dick Hammond. Originally told by his father, Hal Hammond, these tales transport you to the mystical coasts of British Columbia, where reality blends with folklore and legend.

About the Book

A Touch of Strange, published by Harbour Publishing on June 10, 2002, is a fascinating compilation of stories that have been passed down through generations. The book is available in English, with illustrations that bring the tales to life.

The stories you'll find within this 246-page paperback are not your average beach reads. They are the product of a time when storytelling was an essential part of life, chiseled and smoothed by countless retellings among family and friends.

Meet the Author

Dick Hammond, the storyteller behind this extraordinary collection, has brought his father's stories to a wide audience twenty-six years after Hal Hammond's death in 1975. Hal Hammond himself was no ordinary man; he worked as a logger, tracker, and beachcomber during his time on the BC coast.

Explore the Coast Through Story

The Sunshine Coast of British Columbia serves as the backdrop for these unusual stories. Here, myths and mysteries unfold, populated by characters that are as memorable as they are strange.

Prepare to encounter:

• An old man's bones sitting quietly on a creek bank, twenty years after he vanished into the woods.
• The charred remains of a man hidden beneath a lone boulder on a desolate island.
• A jellyfish as large as a boat that seeks revenge on those who indulge in mindless malevolence.

These are just a few of the extraordinary tales waiting to be discovered within the pages of A Touch of Strange. Each story is a testament to Hal Hammond's unique perspective, shaped by his experiences working and living along the coast.

Product Details

• Binding: This book comes in a convenient and portable paperback binding (9781550172416).
• Dewey Decimal Classification: Classified under 'FIC' for Fiction.
• ISBN-13: 9781550172416
• Edition: This is edition 0002-, ensuring you're getting a recent and reliable version of the stories.
• Dimensions: The book measures 225.75 mm in height, 151.75 mm in width, and has a spine width of 16 mm.
• Weight: It weighs approximately 426.76 grams.

Experience the magic of Hal Hammond's stories for yourself with A Touch of Strange. Order your copy today and let these amazing tales of the coast captivate you, one page at a time.