On a Wave

by Thad Ziolkowski

Book Overview

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0802140017
• ISBN13: 9780802140012
• Release Date: May 2003
• Publisher: Grove Press
• Length: 272 Pages
• Weight: 1.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 5.5" x 8.3"

Customer Reviews

Excellent story. Well-written, funny, poignant

I am so sorry this book is over. It was a pleasure to read. Thad Ziolkowski is such a wonderful writer. His story is witty, eloquent, and moving. I have never had much interest in surfing, but that didn't change my enjoyment of the story. I particularly relished the parent-child dialogues and the amusing, self-deprecating recollections of childhood cognitions.

the spanish house..

I loved this book. It has a special closeness for me because I live in South Melbourne Beach- not far from Surf Road and Sebastian Inlet, where much of the book takes place. It was touching to read Thad's experiences here, as mine have been much the same- learning to ride alone on the deserted beach, the wildness and strangeness of a very special place.. he captured it perfectly, and I'm glad to report that it still has the same magic. A great book that will bring a tear to your eye more than once.

Lyrical Memoir

Gorgeous prose kept me spellbound and swept me intoanother time and place. The author is a talentedwriter of great sensitivity and wit who has writtenan outstanding coming of age memoir. A must read!

Can't wait for more from this author

I am a grandmother and have never been on a surfboard, but have just spent two glorious days surfing! This is a book for all ages and I am sharing it with my children and grandchildren. I heartily recommend it. I agree it will make a beautiful movie and Leonardo DiCaprio would be great!

Picture Leonardo DiCaprio in the movie!!

On a Wave is a wonderful memoir that has less to do with surfing than 70's American life as seen through the eyes of a sensitive(and poetic) young boy. Remember Tang, Pam, Pop-Tarts and the music of "Won't You Marry Me, Bill?" The book's honesty and candor and almost total lack of self-pity make On a Wave a touching and memorable story. If you take it to the beach, be sure to bring a couple of tissues.