A world famous cellist performs for the craftsman who made her cello. The cello tells him of its accomplishments and adventures and it inspires him to continue creating. An electronic life form evolves on a planet that does not rotate. It is puzzled by the visit of strange human life forms. What it was like to be a child during WW2. How a manned glider could have been developed in ancient Egypt and why it didn’t. A young motorcyclist learns as he travels the country and works at a variety of jobs. The thrill of flying a radio-controlled model airplane in the moonlight. A ghost appears in the skies above the English Channel and prevents an accident. How owning an ugly dog can contribute to a beautiful life. A grandson finally completes his grandfather’s ambition. The technologies that preceded voice mail, why voice mail was invented and how its purpose has changed.
Intended Inspirational reading for creative people. Inspirational reading for creative people.
This book is a wonderfully written compilation of short stories. I loved the first story of The Cello Maker the most. This author has a very descriptive writing skill that makes the reader feel as though they are right there with every story.