Book group discussion the magic strings of frankie presto. The magic strings of frankie presto audiobook written by mitch albom. Albom can say in one sentence what others can spend a lifetime trying to convey. The magic strings of frankie presto by mitch albom bee readin.
But frankie s talent is touched by the gods, and his amazing journey weaves him through the musical landscape of the 20th century. Mar 16, 2016 the magic strings of frankie presto by mitch albom the hidden women by kerry barrett is a historical novel that goes between present day 2018 and back to the war in 1944. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools. The magic strings of frankie presto by mitch albom also by this author.
Overwhelmed by life, loss, and this power, he disappears for years, only to reemerge in a spectacular and mysterious farewell. 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. Mitch albom on the magic strings of frankie presto. The story is narrated by music, interspersed with interviews with famous musicians of many ages and genres. Released on november 10, 2015, publisher harpercollins printed 700,000 hardcover initial copies. But to be fair, this credits to mitch alboms latest book entitled, the magic strings of frankie presto. Only decades later, does he reappearjust before his spectacular deathto change one last life. As is often the case the book is usually a jumping off point to a discussion of many other things. The book wheel within a few pages, youll be as delighted with this sparkling book as i was. Start it, stick with it, and youll find the magic strings of frankie presto to be a book of note.
At nine years old, frankie is sent to america in the bottom of a boat. February guest judge hoda kotb selected mitch alboms latest book, the magic strings of frankie presto. It was published by harper paperbacks and has a total of 368 pages in the book. Of course the love interest is there throughout and though this is somewhat turbulent. The magic strings of frankie presto guide for characters. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading the magic strings of frankie presto. The magic strings of frankie presto by mitch albom bee. Jun 06, 2018 june 6, 2018 the magic strings of frankie presto by mitch albom genrecategories. The magic strings of frankie presto by mitch albom, paperback. At nine years old, frankie is sent to america in the bottom of a boat, with an old guitar and six magical strings. Nov 10, 2015 the magic strings of frankie presto by. The magic strings of frankie presto by mitch albom. The magic strings of frankie presto is a novel by american author and journalist mitch albom. 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.
The magic strings of frankie presto by mitch albom is a masterpiece, alboms best work yet. 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 reading ladies. The magic strings of frankie presto mitch albom, 2015 harpercollins 368 pp. The magic strings of frankie presto is the story of a very talented singer and guitarist. The magic strings of frankie presto reading group choices. A beautiful story that forces us to think about the concept of a life well livedalbom brings his literary magic once again. The book is punctuated by memories of frankie by reallife artists and many of the people frankie encounters throughout the book are actual famous musicians i wonder if he had to ask permission to do that. With its forrest gumplike journey through the music world, the magic strings of frankie presto is a classic in the making.
Mitch albom discusses the message behind the magic strings of frankie presto. By mitch albom in mitch alboms epic new novel, the voice of music narrates the tale of frankie presto, a spanish war orphan raised by a blind music teacher. It was published by harper and has a total of 497 pages in the book. A lifelong musician himself, mitch albom delivers an unforgettable story. Albom shares his passion for music in a story about a musician whos passion changed the world. Frankies life story is told from the perspective of music, a fictional narrator. 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. The novels protagonist, a guitarist, is introduced at his own funeral. Im improving and starting to spare myself out from cyberspace hence, more time for reading.
Tonight it was the jian ghomeshi trial, old loves that slip in and out of our lives frankie and aurora style, the evils of menopause, and surprisingly on topic the role of music in each of our lives. His only possession is an old guitar and six precious strings. The magic strings of frankie presto we dont bake muffins. 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. His only possession is an old guitar and six magical strings. I was hesitant to read this book at first the description didnt sound like something i would be very interested in but i have read other books by the author and always end up blown away by the end of each one. Mitch alboms 2015 novel, the magic strings of frankie presto, blends magical realism with historical fiction to create a genrebending work that is accessible for a wide range of audiences.
The book is split into three sections, including a first one which alternates chapters between the time of ellies. The title of this book is the magic strings of frankie presto and it was written by mitch albom. It is a sad story, a love story and just as beautiful, eloquent and elegant as any flawless symphony. The magic strings of frankie presto by mitch albom book of. Overwhelmed by life, loss, and the power of his strings, frankie disappears for years, only to reemerge in a spectacular and mysterious farewell. The first phone call from heaven published by harpercollins on november 10, 2015 genreslists.
Discussion questions the magic strings of frankie presto. With its forest gumplike romp through the music world, the magic strings of frankie presto is a classic in the making. Nov 10, 2012 the magic strings of frankie presto is an enchanting novel that will have readers lost in the story from the very first page. I guess i just dont share that same passion, for music, for the musician, or for the story. The magic strings of frankie presto is the story of fictional legendary musician frankie presto, entwining his. What does frankie mean when he tells paul stanley that the older you get, the more you want your kids to know about.
The magic strings of frankie presto guide for characters in. The magic strings of frankie presto by mitch albom book. A site dedicated to book lovers providing a forum to discover and share commentary about the books and authors they enjoy. 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. 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. A lifelong musician himself, mitch albom delivers a remarkable novel, infused with the message that everyone joins a band in this life and those connections change us all. The magic strings of frankie presto by mitch albom the hidden women by kerry barrett is a historical novel that goes between present day 2018 and back to the war in 1944. How does frankie and auroras adopted daughter, kai, change frankie s life. 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. The following version of this book was used to create this study guide.
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. Nov 09, 2015 the magic strings of frankie presto is the story of a very talented singer and guitarist. Blessed by the spirit of music, frankie is gifted with six magical strings on his guitar that have the power to save lives. Mitch albom discusses the message behind the magic strings. This study guide consists of approximately 42 pages of chapter summaries, quotes, character analysis, themes, and more everything you need to sharpen your knowledge of the magic strings of frankie presto. 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. Despite all his talent and success, late in his life frankie still doesnt believe he deserves applause.
Mitch albom discusses the message behind the magic strings of. At the height of his popularity, frankie presto vanishes. Nov 10, 2015 the magic strings of frankie presto draw you along on a heartfelt journey through the ups and downs of frankie s life. Nov 04, 2015 im tempted to say that the magic strings of frankie presto is as much a lesson in the greats as it is about frankie himself. 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 mitch albom hardcover. Mar 31, 2016 mitch albom discusses the message behind the magic strings of frankie presto. The magic strings of frankie presto is an enchanting novel that will have readers lost in the story from the very first page. 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. 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. His miraculous guitar playing leaves the good and famous gasping and when his deeds affect lives his guitar strings turn blue. Content includes books from bestselling, midlist and debut authors. Republic records has released the magic strings of frankie presto. June 6, 2018 the magic strings of frankie presto by mitch albom genrecategories.
But frankies talent is touched by the gods, and his amazing journey weaves him through the musical landscape of the 20th century. Frankies magic strings is a major symbol of the novel, representing musics power to save. Everyone joins a band in this life, albom observes, only some of. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Love between a man and a woman, between an artist and his mentor, and between a musician and his godgiven talent. With its forrest gump like journey through the music world, the magic strings of frankie presto is a classic in the making. A novel by mitch albom, mitch albom, paul stanley, george guidall, mike hodge, robin miles, christian baskous, tony chiroldes, kevin oneill, adriana sananes. 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.