TALES FROM BELOW THE WAIST

About the Book

Tales from below the waist takes us on a journey of discovery,from the post-World War II sensibilities of working class Northern England to late twentieth century romanticism of Catalan Spain.On the way, we share young Jack York's pleasures of the flesh taken in women,ale and sport as he pursues personal fulfillment.This extraordinary tale unfolds across the decades,as a wiser Jack sheds his doubts and grasps true love,ably abetted by the reformed rascal Jingo and other inimitable characters. Not to be read by those of a delicate disposition or ladies protective of their modesty as the author is not at liberty to accept responsibility for any unfamiliar,unnatural or unwanted urges;You have been warned

About the Author

J. J. RYDER is a Yorkshire man from Hull who spent his formative years moving around the North of England, eventually becoming a specialist as the NSPCC inspector for North Yorkshire investigating the causes and treatment of child abuse with that national child protective agency. He also spent many years in senior manager with a national cancer charity, later choosing to attend university as a mature student. His love of sport has always played an important part in his life. Various professional roles encompassed dealing with the media being the subject of newspaper articles, often appearing on radio and TV. He uses his childhood and youthful memories in writing “tales” bringing to life the characters described. Most of the events mentioned are true, and today he lives in East Yorkshire preparing future novels.