Small Talk at Wreyland. Third Series

"Small Talk at Wreyland. Third Series" by Cecil Torr, is a gathering of stories capturing local history and observations from the early 1900s. As the third book in a series, it shares personal stories, bits of history, and thoughts on the culture of Wreyland, in Devonshire. Readers are shown the unique and appealing aspects of rural English life through Torr's writing. The story begins by painting a picture of Wreyland as a peaceful place, occasionally interrupted by exciting moments, like a cowboy movie being filmed, and the lingering presence of important people from its past. John Dynham, a lord known for his scandalous love life, is mentioned, and the book includes Torr’s own childhood memories, highlighting the fun and funny moments of local events, promising a wealth of tales inspired by the author’s affection for his home and it’s oddities.