The Sea Wall

Edges yellowed due to age.
How the islanders ward off the threat of a tidal wave.
“A beautifully written, evocative book” (Cork Examiner)
“One never gets tired of Eilís Dillon’s west coast.”
(Chichester Observer)
“This is a novel for children … but it has a dignity that appeals to all ages.” (The Irish Democrat)
“This is an absorbing story which will be appreciated by imaginative young readers of 11 and upwards.” (Children’s Book News)
“A gripping tale.” (Children’s Books 1965, Library of Congress)
“The author’s particular and near magical skill in evoking the atmosphere of Ireland and the attitudes and way of life of its people are nowhere more in evidence than in this superb story.” (The School Librarian)
“Here is richness of character and a world remote from ours, imperfect but able to teach us about mutual help, human dignity and simple enjoyments” (Alice M Douglas, Children’s Librarian of Glasgow, writing in the Quaker publication, The Friend)

Eilís Dillon wrote a number of exciting books for young readers aged between 8 and 12 years. The settings range from Ireland to Spain to Italy.