A site dedicated to book lovers providing a forum to discover and share commentary about the books and authors they enjoy. Nov 28, 2015 in his most stunning novel yet, the voice of music narrates the tale of its most beloved disciple, young frankie presto, a war orphan raised by a blind music teacher in a small spanish town. But frankies talent is unique, and his amazing journey weaves him through the musical landscape of the twentieth century, from classical to jazz to rock and roll, with his stunning talent affecting numerous stars along the way, including hank williams. That narrator is music itself and it highlights the fictional life of frankie presto an elvis lookalike who was orphaned in a burning church and raised by a blind guitar teacher. Start it, stick with it, and youll find the magic strings of frankie presto to be a book of note. The magic strings of frankie presto reading ladies. At nine years old, frankie presto a war orphan raised by a blind music teacher in a small spanish town is sent to america in the bottom of a boat. The magic strings of frankie presto mitch albom paperback. And the best part, one neednt be a lover of magic to love this book. The magic strings of frankie presto by mitch albom, paperback.
The magic strings of frankie presto audiobook by mitch. Kai, an accomplished musician, asks frankie to accompany her to an awards ceremony in. Every chapter begins with a little music lesson on a musical theory term and how it relates to his life at the moment in the book. The novel includes touches of magic as evidenced in the title and the use of music as the narrator. The title of this book is the magic strings of frankie presto and it was written by mitch albom. Nov 17, 2019 the novel includes touches of magic as evidenced in the title and the use of music as the narrator. February guest judge hoda kotb selected mitch alboms latest book, the magic strings of frankie presto.
Frankie agrees to record an album with them but doesnt want a credit. Nov 12, 2015 the magic strings of frankie presto by mitch albom our story opens as people are arriving for frankie prestos funeral, a time to reflect on his life, a life narrated by music. With the magic strings of frankie presto, albom again plucks at heartstrings, this time with the fictional story of francisco presto, a gifted guitarist and singer. His only possession is an old guitar and six precious strings.
The magic strings of frankie presto by mitch albom book. The magic strings of frankie presto is the story of a very talented singer and guitarist. The book is split into three sections, including a first one which alternates chapters between the time of ellies disappearance and the present and a second section that begins as laurel and floyd meet. Nov 21, 2015 pbs newshour correspondent jeffrey brown talks with awardwinning author mitch albom about his latest book, the magic strings of frankie presto. The magic strings of frankie presto guide for characters in. Frankie remains at a monastery in spain for three years before returning to waiheke. Listen to author interview enlarge book cover audio excerpt. The magic strings of frankie presto audiobook written by mitch albom. Pbs newshour correspondent jeffrey brown talks with awardwinning author mitch albom about his latest book, the magic strings of frankie presto. But it is nothing compared with what you humans can destroy in a single conversation. Released on november 10, 2015, publisher harpercollins printed. The magic strings of frankie presto is the story of a young boy taken in and raised by a blind music teacher after he is orphaned in the spanish american war. In mitch alboms epic new novel, the voice of music narrates the tale of its most beloved disciple, frankie presto, a spanish war orphan raised by a blind music teacher. It is perfectly paced, consistent in tone, and brimming with quotes that are fridgemagnet worthy.
Jun 06, 2018 june 6, 2018 the magic strings of frankie presto by mitch albom genrecategories. Pbs newshour correspondent jeffrey brown talks with awardwinning author mitch albom about his latest book, the magic strings of frankie. Albom can say in one sentence what others can spend a lifetime trying to convey. Frankies life story is told from the perspective of music, a fictional narrator. The magic strings of frankie presto guide for characters. According to the narrator of mitch alboms new book, the magic strings of frankie presto, we all join a band in life.
The magic strings of frankie presto by albom, mitch ebook. Each quote represents a book that is interesting, well written and has potential to enhance the readers life. Start it, stick with it, and youll find the magic strings of frankie presto to be a. Popular author mitch alboms tuesdays with morrie, the five people you meet in heaven latest release, the magic strings of frankie presto, is a modern fable about the power of music to change our lives. The magic strings of frankie presto by mitch albom our story opens as people are arriving for frankie presto s funeral, a time to reflect on his life, a life narrated by music. It was published by harper paperbacks and has a total of 368 pages in the book.
The clever yells secretly record frankie playing as he chats with his family, calling the tape the magic strings of frankie presto. I just finished the book the magic strings of frankie presto by mitch albom. It was published by harper and has a total of 497 pages in the book. Paul stanley, tony bennett, ingrid michaelson, burt bacharach, wynton marsalis, roger mcguinn, darlene love, phredley brown and film directors. Ive read almost all of mitch alboms books, missing only have a little faith.
Of course the love interest is there throughout and though this is somewhat turbulent. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools. We also accept submissions from our visitors and will select the quotes we feel are most appealing to the bookquoters community. Within a few pages, youll be as delighted with this sparkling book as i was. This book is so awesome because it shows how music changes lives. Nov 06, 2015 paul stanley, tony bennett, ingrid michaelson, burt bacharach, wynton marsalis, roger mcguinn, darlene love, phredley brown and film directors jon avnet and mike binder recount their memories of. Only decades later, does he reappear just before his spectacular deathto change one last life.
The magic strings of frankie presto by mitch albom goodreads. At the height of his popularity, frankie presto vanishes. The magic strings of frankie presto by mitch albom, a fantastical forrestgumpish story with a dash of frustration from his main character, who always seems to be searching for something. The magic strings of frankie presto by mitch albom. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading the magic strings of frankie presto. The magic strings of frankie presto mitch albom hardcover. I found a new appreciation of music over the decades thru the life of frankie presto and those the music narrator had him interact with like tony bennet, elvis presley, and many others. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Oct 25, 2016 the magic strings of frankie presto by mitch albom mitch albom creates his most unforgettable character frankie presto, the greatest guitarist ever to walk the earth in this magical novel about the power of talent to change our lives. With its forest gumplike romp through the music world, the magic strings of frankie presto is a classic in the making. His only possession is an old guitar and six magical strings. Every chapter begins with a little music lesson on a musical theory term and how it. The book is split into three sections, including a first one which alternates chapters between the time of ellies.
The magic strings of frankie presto by mitch albom is a novel about the fictional musician frankie presto and his amazing journey through music and life. Ftc full disclosure i received a copy of the book in order to participate in the blog tour. Blessed by the spirit of music, frankie is gifted with six magical strings on his guitar that have the power to save lives. The magic strings of frankie presto paperback walmart. A musical companion, the first ever soundtrack to a book it features original songs by current recording artists including ingrid michaelson, mat kearney, sawyer fredericks and phredley brown that trace to the books story and were cowritten with alboma longtime musician himself. At nine years old, frankie is sent to america in the bottom of a boat.
Paul stanley, tony bennett, ingrid michaelson, burt bacharach, wynton marsalis, roger. Albom shares his passion for music in a story about a musician whos passion changed the world. The magic strings of frankie presto is the story of fictional legendary musician frankie presto, entwining his life story with twentieth century music history. So, i was eager to join the blog tour for his new novel, the magic strings of frankie presto. Would you listen to the magic strings of frankie presto again.
When he is nine, frankie, with his battered guitar and six magical strings, is smuggled out of spain on a tramp freighter. Albom, who is best known for his memoir tuesdays with morrie, tried to make it as a musician before becoming a writer. Everyone joins a band in this life, he observes, be it through music, family, friends or lovers. Includes original songs by ingrid michaelson, mat kearney. The book wheel within a few pages, youll be as delighted with this sparkling book as i was. The magic strings of frankie presto is an allround lovely read. But frankies talent is touched by the gods, and his amazing journey weaves him through the musical landscape of the 20th century. Mitch albom on the magic strings of frankie presto.
Only decades later, does he reappearjust before his spectacular deathto change one last life. June 6, 2018 the magic strings of frankie presto by mitch albom genrecategories. Content includes books from bestselling, midlist and debut authors. Mitch albom, quote from the magic strings of frankie presto i have said that music allows for quick creation. With its forrest gumplike journey through the music world, the magic strings of frankie presto is a classic in the making. Nov 10, 2012 according to the narrator of mitch alboms new book, the magic strings of frankie presto, we all join a band in life. Discussion questions book club recommendationsdiscussion. It makes words into music and fills your imagination with some of the most beautiful guitar music ever played. Overwhelmed by life, loss, and this power, he disappears for years, only to reemerge in a spectacular and mysterious farewell. His miraculous guitar playing leaves the good and famous gasping and when his deeds affect lives his guitar strings turn blue. In his most stunning novel yet, the voice of music narrates the tale of its most beloved disciple, young frankie presto, a war orphan raised by a blind music teacher in a small spanish town. The magic strings of frankie presto by mitch albom our story opens as people are arriving for frankie prestos funeral, a time to reflect on his life, a life narrated by music.
Nov 10, 2015 the magic strings of frankie presto by. Start studying the magic strings of frankie presto guide for characters in the novel. Nov 14, 2015 with the magic strings of frankie presto, albom again plucks at heartstrings, this time with the fictional story of francisco presto, a gifted guitarist and singer. If, in fact, your life had a playlist, it would be long and varied, and in the new book, the magic strings of frankie presto by mitch albom, it would be what sustains you. A lifelong musician himself, mitch albom delivers an unforgettable story. The magic strings of frankie presto is a novel by american author and journalist mitch albom. Overwhelmed by life, loss, and the power of his strings, frankie disappears for years, only to reemerge in a spectacular and mysterious farewell. A beautiful story that forces us to think about the concept of a life well livedalbom brings his literary magic once again. The magic strings of frankie presto mitch albom, 2015 harpercollins 368 pp. Republic records has released the magic strings of frankie presto. At nine years old, frankie presto is sent to america in the bottom of a boat. Mitch albom, quote from the magic strings of frankie presto youre never in love with.