This is a personal tale of a boy"s journey from Second World War rationing and fear of the Nazis, to childhood adventures and escapades; from working in the coal mines at only 15 years old, to manhood and finally taking his place in the world. Warmly and sincerely written, this book will be adored by the many thousands of people who bought The Broken Biscuit and Cracks in the Ceiling. James Cowell is a prominent figure in the North West of England and, since the success stories of The Broken Biscuit and Cracks in the Ceiling, the family name is now one recognized by many thousands of people.