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About the Author

Terence Beresford was born in Romford in 1946. He lived and went to school in Rainham, Essex. On leaving school, he had various jobs - mainly building and construction work. In early 1966 he applied successfully to join the London Fire Brigade. Three months later he was serving as a fireman at F27 Bow, where he stayed for four years and was the Mess Manager.

He then transferred to F29 Leyton, where he attained the Leading Fireman written examination and was qualified in driving. Transferred to F22 Poplar, he passed his Leading Fireman's practical and "acted up" at...

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'Shiner' is Terry's third book. It is the story from birth to death, rags to riches of a man who suffers from manic depression in his mid life. It tells of his struggle with the illness, and help from family and friends makes a story which has laughter and sadness, friendships and love.

'Shiners' early days with his poor family, a father who was a drunkard and shunned him, a mother who doted on all her children, but suffered illness throughout. 'Shiners' rise from a prison cell to millionaire status was a treat to write.

About the Author

Terry has been a valued...