A little boy wonders what it is like to have a "memory" and his new friendship with an elderly neighbor results in a beautiful one.
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Grade 3-6 Buscaglia utilizes the threads of a Kahlil Gilbran quotation (``You give but little when you give of your possessions. It is when you give of yourself that you truly give'') to fashion a heartwarming story. It concerns the unlikely friendship between eight-year-old Tino and elderly, lonely Gladys Sunday, who is sustained chiefly by her memories. Their friendship enriches them both and provides a lesson about love and the joy of giving. Buscaglia's story captures the wisdom and truth of Gilbran's message. The language is as simple and straightforward as the plot line. Young readers can surely discover the story on their own, but it would be best shared. Jerry D. Flack, University of Colorado, Colorado Springs
Copyright 1988 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Buscaglia stresses the importance of keeping memories alive in his new book, which is based on a true story. But it seems derived from the overused plot about the misunderstood "witch," who is finally perceived as a nice lady; in this book, her name is Mrs. Sunday. To Tino, eight, and his pals, the old lady is a "vampire," living by herself in a rickety house and hoping to snare little children. But Tino and Mrs. Sunday become friends, sharing experiences along with milk and cookies after school. The narrative's conflict arises when the boy gives Mrs. Sunday his family's TV set "to make her unlonely." When his parents learn of Tino's generosity, they're not at all pleased, but Buscaglia resolves the problem handily. Unlike stories that entertain and educate, this story is virtually all message, not enlivened by Newsom's color pictures. Although she is adept at portraying objects, her people appear lifeless and blank-faced. But, despite these problems, the bookgiven the author's popularitywill meet with almost certain success. All ages.
Copyright 1988 Reed Business Information, Inc.
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Seller: World of Books (was SecondSale), Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
Condition: Very Good. Newsom, Carol (illustrator). Item in very good condition! Textbooks may not include supplemental items i.e. CDs, access codes etc. Seller Inventory # 00096595143
Seller: ThriftBooks-Dallas, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. Newsom, Carol (illustrator). May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G0688074820I4N00
Seller: Blue Vase Books, Interlochen, MI, U.S.A.
Condition: acceptable. Newsom, Carol (illustrator). The item is very worn but is perfectly usable. Signs of wear can include aesthetic issues such as scratches, dents, worn and creased covers, folded page corners and minor liquid stains. All pages and the cover are intact, but the dust cover may be missing. Pages may include moderate to heavy amount of notes and highlighting, but the text is not obscured or unreadable. Page edges may have foxing age related spots and browning . May NOT include discs, access code or other supplemental materials. Seller Inventory # BVV.0688074820.A
Seller: ThriftBooks-Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. Newsom, Carol (illustrator). May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G0688074820I4N00
Seller: Wonder Book, Frederick, MD, U.S.A.
Condition: Very Good. Newsom, Carol (illustrator). Very Good condition. Good dust jacket. A copy that may have a few cosmetic defects. May also contain light spine creasing or a few markings such as an owner's name, short gifter's inscription or light stamp. Bundled media such as CDs, DVDs, floppy disks or access codes may not be included. Seller Inventory # X09A-02333
Seller: Better World Books: West, Reno, NV, U.S.A.
Condition: Good. Newsom, Carol (illustrator). Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # 38427409-6
Seller: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, U.S.A.
Condition: Very Good. Newsom, Carol (illustrator). Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # 40498540-6
Seller: World of Books Inc, Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
Hardback. Condition: Very Good. Newsom, Carol (illustrator). His first book specifically for children shows the joy possible as a result of thinking of others. Discussion questions for young readers follow the story. In 1996, A Memory for Tino was made into a movie sponsored by the Felice Foundation for free distribution to schools for purposes of teaching children the joy of giving. Seller Inventory # CIN0688074820VG
Seller: Betty Mittendorf /Tiffany Power BKSLINEN, Ralston, NE, U.S.A.
Quarter-Bound. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Carol Newsom (illustrator). 1st. Blue hard covers red cloth spine. A little boy wonders what it is like to have a "memory" and his new friendship with an elderly neighbor results in a beautiful one. Blue bo ards with red cl. sp. crns wrn.50 pp. glossy, color illust. int. vg. Seller Inventory # 4835
Seller: Hellertown Books, Hellertown, PA, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. Newsom, Carol (illustrator). 1st Edition. Seller Inventory # 49187H0375