Uncle Obadiah and Alien

by Geoffrey Philp

How does an alien with an unfortunate resemblance to Margaret Thatcher come to be in Uncle Obadiah's yard smoking all his best weed? This beautifully crafted and frequently hilarious collection of short stories is guaranteed to lift even the deepest gloom. Written in Jamaican patois and standard English, this is a brilliant read which will lead you through the yards of Jamaica to the streets of Miami. Here is a contemporary world, warts and all. Geoffrey Philp goes beyond stereotypes to portray the individuality and humanity in all his characters. And of course there is always the best lamb's breath colly to help improve the day. "If Dickens were reincarnated as a Jamaican Rastaman, he would write stories as hilarious and humane as these. Uncle Obadiah and the other stories collected here announce Geoffrey Philp as a direct descendent of Bob poet, philosophizer, spokesperson for our next new world."
Robert Antoni. Geoffrey Philp was born in Jamaica. He now lives and works in Miami.

146 pages, Paperback

First published February 1, 1997

Reviews

[Adams Hub · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book promises an unforgettable journey from Jamaica to Miami, filled with humor, humanity, and cultural vibrancy. I love how it mixes patois with standard English; so authentic! Geoffrey Philp’s storytelling seems both hilarious and profound. A rare gem I’m excited to dive into.