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Stories for Oliver

Charles William Wrightson
CreateSpace (2011)
ISBN 9781460910955
Reviewed by Charline Ratcliff for RebeccasReads (2/11)

I just finished reading “Stories for Oliver” by author Charles William Wrightson and now I’m sitting here wondering how to put my thoughts into words so that I can write its review. The many short stories, excerpts and poetry contained within this book’s pages reminded me of the lively conversations I’d begun to have with my father before his untimely passing a few years back. My father and I lived almost two thousand miles apart which meant there wasn’t always a lot of time to sit and chat, yet when he would share stories of his childhood I always listened with bated breath, not to mention, a small amount of envy. I never knew that growing up could be so fun and that fifty years ago the world was a much happier and seemingly more carefree place. The same feelings I’d had when listening to my dad’s tales were also elicited within me as I read “Stories for Oliver.”

As far as the premise for “Stories for Oliver” Wrightson started this “writing project” shortly after his first grandchild, Oliver, was born. Wrightson’s goal with this memoir was to provide a look at his life, from childhood to present, so that Oliver would have an understanding, or a sense, of who his grandfather was. As is the case with most authors, once Wrightson started putting the proverbial pen to paper he kept having ideas for more and more stories to include. Somehow his original intention of just a few short stories wound up becoming over thirty-five humorous, eye-opening, reminiscent, or thoughtful tales plus ten heartfelt poems. Bravo Charles! Well done! I dare say your writing teacher would be proud. Oliver, Genevieve and your grandchildren who are still on the way are very lucky indeed that you have taken the time to write this for them.

In summary I found “Stories for Oliver” to be an extremely well-written and riveting book. The stories and poetry found within its pages are heartfelt, sincere and filled with love. Plus, there were some that were educational which is helpful as oftentimes we find we live in a world where “common” sense isn’t really that common.

I give “Stories for Oliver” a solid five-stars and I recommend it to readers of all ages…

 

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