The Almond Blossom Appreciation Society
"When an author is as modest and humorous as this, his story cannot be told too often." Elizabeth Buchan, The Times "A wonderful book -- funny, affectionate, no hint of patronage, a true portrait of place, and people, reaching deep beneath the skin. Tuck it into your holiday luggage and dream." Elizabeth Luard, Daily Mail "An unexpected gem of a book, written with a mix of insight and self-deprecation that echoes Bill Bryson at his funniest." Dundee Evening Telegraph & Post "Stewart never patronises, he just observes ... funny, generous and warm ." Sue Arnold, The Guardian "All quite delightful and slips down as easily as a small bottle of Spanish Beer." Giles Foden, Conde Naste Traveller "Exquisite ... the anecdote flourishes once more, Stewart's briskly robust style and lack of pretension keep the book rolling along." Penelope Lively, The Daily Telegraph "A humble and enchanting account...Chris Stewart is one of life's bold originals." Christina Hardyment, The Independent "A funny, observant and personal account of what a man can learn, and what there is to appreciate in life. Marvellous." John S.Doyle, The Sunday Tribune