Seventy-Seven and Counting: The Somewhat Gay Life of Brian

This book is a memoir of Brian, who was born in the mid-20th century and is still active and looking for love in places as far afield as The Philippines, Thailand, and Crawley. It is presented almost unedited to convey Brian's language, thought processes, and gregarious nature, and offers insight, amusement, and an unusual sense of individuality in a world with systems often designed to mould us against our natures.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 208 pages
Publication date: 15 January 2024
Publisher: Hawkwood Books

Back in the mid-20th century, a remarkable individual named Brian emerged into the world. While it's true that countless Brians had their births, this particular Brian stands out as an enduring presence, actively engaged in life and persistently seeking love in diverse corners of the globe, including The Philippines, Thailand, and Crawley. This memoir, compiled through a combination of Facebook entries and sporadic emails, aims to document an extraordinary life characterized by wit, wisdom, boundless energy, exceptional intelligence, and a touch of serendipity. While it may not offer conventional solutions for a long and fulfilling life, it does showcase unique survival techniques that defy the expectations of pensions, mortgages, stable jobs, and monotonous routines. Presented almost unedited to preserve Brian's distinctive language, thought patterns, and outgoing personality, this memoir offers insightful, amusing, and unconventional perspectives. It may not aspire to be a new Samuel Pepys, but it does convey a rare sense of individuality in a world often inclined to mold us against our inherent nature.

Dimension: 198 x 129 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781739323936