The Beach Book (Durabooks)

 
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Paperback Book, 256 pages

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Living in splendid isolation on the shores of Kenya, a blind hermit finds that his knowledge of poisonous seashells can save lives—forcing a haunting reckoning . . . Paradise turns out to be a mixed blessing when a crafty old businessman retires to Miami Beach . . . A young globetrotter winds up stranded in a Thailand beach shack, determined to shed the baggage of his Western identity . . . In these and seven other stories, The Beach Book gathers a seminal selection of fiction set on beaches around this big blue globe. Internationally acclaimed authors like Gabriel García Márquez and Isaac Bashevis Singer, as well as emerging voices such as Anthony Doerr and Frederick Reiken, have all written eloquently about the sea’s siren song. Why does the beach seem to promise nothing short of paradise on earth? The Beach Book is completely waterproof. Put it right in your tote bag along with your sunscreen and beach ball. It’s the perfect companion for a day of sand and surf.

Product Details

  • Media: Paperback Book, 256 pages
  • Publisher: DK Melcher Media (March 01, 2005)
  • ISBN-10: 1595910034
  • ISBN-13: 9781595910035
  • Dimensions: 4.7 x 7 x 0.9 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.25 lbs
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Customer Reviews

  • Rating Swept Away  Aug 4, 2005 (13 of 13 found this helpful)

    I bought this as a present and for myself, mostly because of the water/sand proof novelty. But as soon as I started reading through the selections of short stories, I was mesmerized and lost in the tides of other beach worlds. It was one thing not to worry about getting the book wet, and certainly another to be entranced by the story selection. As all the stories had an ocean feel, you couldn't help but look up from your beach chair and search for that shark in the cove, or the largest dead man that floated into a small ocean-side village. Loved it, and hope to see another selection soon!

  • Rating awesome short stories  Jun 21, 2009 

    I have really been enjoying reading this book while floating in the pool. The stories are great- easy reads with good content. it is a little heavier, but I like the feel, not too heavy by any means. i bought it for myself, but i think it would be a great gift for anyone you know who likes sun, fun and water.

  • Rating Great idea, but not practical  Aug 2, 2005 (6 of 14 found this helpful)

    My rating of this book has less to do with content that with its structure. The idea of having a water-resistant book at the beach is great. But you should be aware that it is HEAVY. Although it is about the size of a regular paperback, it is much heavier - not the kind of book that you can hold in one hand.

    For that reason alone, I wouldn't recommend buying it.

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