Canadian artist and author W. David Ward brings to the reader his fond memories of the Isle of Man in his first book, Time Enough. This truly unique novel—a collection of tales, traditional and contemporary—enlightens the reader with regard to the relaxed and friendly nature of the island. In the Isle of Man, old beliefs and contemporary ideas coexist. When the doors to the old world are left open however, we never quite know who will drop by, and we shouldn't be surprised when events in everyday life reflect those recorded in local lore. Our own journey, like that of John-y-Chiarn, may occasionally take us along rough and unexpected paths, but we might also discover some unlikely characters have helped us on our way. The book is fully illustrated with a variety of pictures, photos and the author's own work.
“The story recounts a seventeen-year love affair with the island that has become my spiritual home—if not my actual place of residence. The Isle of Man has long been a source of inspiration in my painting and writing, and I have dedicated this story to my father, with whom I first travelled to the island in 1996. Sadly, with his passing in February of 2013, a final chapter was required in order to complete the story. As with all losses though, something was also gained, and in this case, it is something I will be able to share.” —W. David Ward on Time Enough
To read excerpts from Time Enough, please visit the artist’s website.
