THE WHITE FOX OF WITHERSRUSH MOOR: AND THE SMOKEBELCHER'S OF GRISTLE FARM. (A NOVEL INSPIRED BY BRONTE COUNTRY). By Sean Frain.

2006 1st edition. 8vo paperback (149 x 216mm). Pp160. B/w vignette illustrations by the author.

"Spend a fascinating, enchanting and rather amusing year with the White Fox of Witherush Moor and the upland community of the West Riding of Yorkshire, which includes the rather eccentric Smokebelcher family who move into the area after a lottery win. The White Fox and the Smokebelchers soon become enemies and a battle of wits ensues that is sometimes hilarious, sometimes sad, though always entertaining. Based on real people and real events, and set in an eerie landscape inspired by Bronte Country, this is a down to earth tale that will delight all who enjoy the British countryside, or, indeed, who simply enjoy a good read. From the pen of the author of several country-themed books, this unique work of fiction is both entertaining and informative, as it is based on over a quarter of a century of studying foxes and the British countryside they inhabit. Indeed, this book celebrates the landscape, its wildlife and the ever-changing seasons."