{"product_id":"wooden-hill","title":"Wooden Hill","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eThis collection of short stories by Jamie Guiney explores what it is to be human at every stage of life, from birth to adolescence, old age, and death. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e                                                            \u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e                              \u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 176 pages\u003cbr\u003e                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 30 November 2018\u003cbr\u003e                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Epoque Press\u003cbr\u003e                          \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs we ascend the wooden hill to our resting place each night, we reflect upon the trajectory of our lives, tracing the journey from our humble beginnings to the inevitable conclusion of our earthly existence. Each step we take, whether towards birth or death, serves as a testament to the human experience, encompassing the spectrum of emotions and experiences that define us at every stage of life.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn this captivating collection of short stories penned by Jamie Guiney, we delve into the intricacies of what it means to be human, exploring the nuances of life from the very moment of conception in \"We Knew You Before You Were Born\" to the tumultuous adolescence and the enduring bonds of youthful friendships depicted in \"Sam Watson \u0026amp; The Penny World Cup.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUltimately, our lives converge upon the inevitable path of old age, accompanied by the haunting certainty of death. This poignant realization is beautifully captured in the title story, \"The Wooden Hill,\" which serves as a poignant reminder of the transient nature of our existence and the profound impact we can leave behind in the lives of others.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThrough these captivating narratives, Jamie Guiney invites us to reflect upon the intricacies of human existence, challenging us to embrace the beauty and complexity of life at every stage. Whether we are navigating the challenges of youth, cherishing the bonds of friendship, or confronting the inevitability of death, these stories offer a profound exploration of the human condition, reminding us of the profound impact we can have on one another and the world around us.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e                            \u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 174g                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 130 x 196 x 22 (mm)                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781999896041                                                      \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jamie Guiney","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":44095493898490,"sku":"9781999896041","price":5.65,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/11f171bf76effa55d53a0ed2e8bc6f68.jpg?v=1626403307","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/wooden-hill","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}