Small voice, big man by Stewart Pierce Brown
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About this eBook
| Author | Brown, Stewart Pierce |
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| Illustrator | Schelling, George, 1938- |
| Title | Small voice, big man |
| Original Publication | New York, NY: Ziff-Davis Publishing Company, 1962. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 96.9 (5th grade). Very easy to read. |
| Credits | Greg Weeks, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net |
| Summary | "Small Voice, Big Man" by Stewart Pierce Brown is a narrative that blends elements of drama and music, likely written in the mid-20th century. The story focuses on a forgotten musician, Van Richie, who faces the struggles of rekindling his career and the emotional battles intertwined with his past. The book explores themes of resilience, the power of music, and the complex connections we have with each other. The plot follows various characters linked by Van Richie's haunting music, including police officers, aspiring artists, and everyday people, all of whom are influenced by the gentle yet powerful sound of his voice. As Van attempts to return to the spotlight after years of obscurity, he deals with the realities of aging, insecurities, and the desire to connect with an audience. Through ephemeral moments of singing that resonate with heartache and hope, the narrative illustrates how Van's music transcends time and space, offering solace and guidance to those who hear it, including a young immigrant named Gabriel Sangre, who finds motivation to improve his life through Van's melodies. The intertwining stories culminate in a poignant yet uplifting exploration of the enduring impact of art on human life. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Science fiction |
| Subject | Short stories |
| Subject | Singers -- Fiction |
| Subject | Radio -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 72347 |
| Release Date | Dec 6, 2023 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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