I'm not entirely sure as I haven't read this specific short story in detail. But it might be about a metaphorical or imagined sea in Birmingham, perhaps exploring themes of longing for the sea in an inland city, or it could be about a unique experience related to water in Birmingham that the author has chosen to represent as 'the sea'.
I'm sorry, I don't know who the author of 'The Sea in Birmingham' short story is. There are so many short stories out there and without more information, it's difficult to determine the author.
I'm not sure specifically what the 'Birmingham Stuffed Boy Story' is about as it's not a widely known common story to me. It could be a very local or specific fictional or perhaps even a historical anecdote related to Birmingham.
The 'Children of the Sea' short story might be about the special relationship between children and the sea. It could explore themes like freedom, mystery, and the power of nature that the sea represents to the children.
In 'Sea Oak', the setting plays a crucial role. The dilapidated Sea Oak apartments symbolize the characters' broken dreams and limited opportunities. The characters' attempts to break free from their mundane existence are both poignant and thought - provoking. For example, the main character's aspiration for a different kind of life despite the odds stacked against her.
In a 'lost at sea short story', there are often elements of survival, isolation, and the struggle against nature. The main character may face challenges like finding food, water, and shelter on a small boat or raft. It can also show the psychological state of the character, from hope to despair and finally to acceptance or rescue.