The University of Life

ebook Growing up on a Building Site

By Jimmy McKenzie

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Leaving school and declining a place at University, Jimmy "fell" into an apprenticeship in Painting and Decorating. Life had suddenly taken a turn, but had his decision been a good one? A must read for any would-be or current construction worker, follow Jimmy through the ups and downs of an apprenticeship on Scottish building sites, where life is tough and the conditions are unforgiving. Jimmy wants to be the best but there's plenty of obstacles in his way to overcome. Will he learn the necessary life skills to survive in this tough industry? From hilarious building site and college antics, to a chance meeting with a world champion boxer, Jimmy McKenzie's first auto-biographical coming-of age story, will leave you buzzing for the next instalment!

The University of Life