Socks

About the Book

Socks is a highly independent person who has always avoided getting involved with others or making commitments because he didn’t want any entanglements that might jeopardize his independence . However, several people, including two children, in a small community where he went to pursue his trade taught him to appreciate the companionship and support of others. One by one they penetrated his crust and found his heart. While this is happening you are introduced to several unique and interesting characters who are not just people but individuals with their own unique personalities and each with a distinct form of human nature.

About the Author

Being 79 years old, he has lived during the times that he writes about. He has been married 58 years and has a daughter and a son. He spent his life in the use, care and repair of things mechanical, electrical and electronic. During two years in the U.S. Army he worked on guided missile guidance systems. Since retiring he has taken up woodworking as a hobby and builds some unique keepsake boxes. After writing a family history he was told that he should pursue writing and decided to try a novel. This is his first effort.