The Last Shepard & Tales of the Tenth Ornament

Duffield, Mark

ISBN 10: 0976727668 / ISBN 13: 9780976727668

Published by Three Bean Press, 2011

About this Item

Seller Inventory # 0976727668-4-34525815

Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Last Shepard & Tales of the Tenth Ornament
• Publisher: Three Bean Press
• Publication Date: 2011
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0976727668
• ISBN 13: 9780976727668
• Binding: hardcover
• Illustrator: Sherwood, Don
• Condition: Fair
• Weight: 19 ounces

About this title

Synopsis

On Christmas Eve a young and cynical Boston reporter is sent to cover the demolition of Blackstone's, a small store in Boston's Beacon Hill, and to investigate the unexpected death of its owner, Jack Shepard. Though at first the reporter is disgruntled, feeling that the story is too small for him, in the end his experience proves to be much greater than he expects. As he delves into the life of Jack Shepard, the reporter explores the boundaries of doubt and faith and the value of a single, solitary life. A night of mysterious events, full of unforgettable characters, unfolds and ultimately reveals a secret message to travelers who have assembled from around the country to meet Jack Shepard. The reporter is challenged and mystified by the unwavering faith of the travelers; and before the night is over he is forced to address his own beliefs when confronted by events unimaginable within his world of reason.

About the Author

Mark Duffield has been the co-owner of Blackstone's of Beacon Hill, a prominent Boston gift store, since April 2006. Duffield has over 16 years of fundraising experience serving as a Director of Business Development at Boston's WGBH public television and radio station and later as Corporate Director at New England Conservatory in Boston. Duffield has written three screenplays: SUDAN, Chord of the Bay and Wizard of the Upper Amazon.