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Jolly Man

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We all remember our favorite books from our childhood years. Just the title brings back a warm fuzzy feeling to our now stressed bodies. That is how this book affects me now. I was 9 years old when I was given this book by my Dad, a devoted parrothead. It instantly became my favorite book of all time. I would read it and invision myself off sailing in tropical places, fishing with sticks and fighting off pirates with my bare hands. I also loved that this book was co-written by Buffett and his young daughter Savannah. I believe that this is the reason the book truly captures the imagination that only a child can radiate. THIS IS A MUST HAVE! PUT IT IN YOUR SHOPPING CART RIGHT NOW!

Both Jimmy Buffett's story and the illustrations are so beautiful. This story of the jolly mon, and his adventures(such as maybe Buffett himself may have or has had already) in the sea is a real treat.
While it is marketed for children, as a Parrotthead myself, I think all Buffett fan's could enjoy this. He has added the lyrics to his song, Jolly Mon, in the back of the book as well.
Like all other stories, this has it's good guys and bad, and conflict. I think that is the way Jimmy Buffett writes, which is so honest and down to earth. This is as good as any song he's written, maybe even better. I was so moved by the ending, I cried.
I am not going to give anything away, but this story has a great message.
I think this is a great addition to the library of books I am building for my children.
My son is only 1 year old, and while he doesn't really pay attention nor understand what I am saying. He was entranced by the illustration.
The artist, Lambert Davis, did a wonderful job of capturing the characters and the places that Jolly Mon visits.
This is definitely worth buying!

I ordered this for my niece, I read it and it is wonderful! I will be puchasing another copy for my child as well. This book takes your imagination far away to Bananaland where things are peaceful and happy! If only the real world could be so wonderful. This tale will delight readers of all ages! Buffett has done a great job with his awesome imagination! All of his books are a breath of fresh air for the weary mind. He should write more than he does! And Lambert Davis did a great job with his colorful images, you felt like Bananaland was real!

We purchased this book about 3 years ago when my daughter was very young, we read it to her and she loved the brightly colored pictures and images of fish, sea, funny men with coconut hats etc. Now that she is older and can understand the story we still read it and it is one of her favorites. It isn't just a fluffy children's book, it contains, fantasy, danger, death (although not in detail), travel, pirates, mystery and to top it all off it is beautifully illustrated. The characters are all uniquely drawn, the situations really stir the imagination. The Buffets can certainly spin a good one!

As an elementary school music teacher, I have used this book with a variety of age groups. It's a great book, and I use it with my fourth graders every year. The kids love it, but buying the CD with the song on it (Parakeet Album: Song of Jimmy Buffett) is a must!

Title: The Jolly Mon
Author: Jimmy & Savannah Jane Buffett
Favorite Characters: Jolly Mon, Good King Jones

The Jolly Mon is a good tale of a man who had a great talent and shared that talent wherever he went. Jolly Mons tale begins with him singing for fish when a guitar floats to him. The guitar had words on it that told the Jolly Mon to share his singing talent with all the other islands. Therefore, Jolly Mon builds a sail boat and sails away to share his talents. All the other islands enjoy it when Jolly Mon comes and hate it when he leaves.
In the end, Jolly Mon must return to is home. On his way home, he is tricked by pirates and captured! The pirates hated people being so happy because of Jolly Mon music and so they throw him to the bottom of the ocean. It is a little surprising what happens next. Read it to find out! ...

It is a rare book that both parents and small children can enjoy together equally, and The Jolly Mon is one of them. My 3 year old daughter and I have shared The Jolly Mon together dozens of times, and it just keeps getting better for both of us. We both love the great positive, uplifting story and the fantastic Caribbean style illustrations. Do your kids a favor and take them on a sail with The Jolly Mon!

Okay, so I read this book as an adult, but it didn't take long for some of the magic of childhood to come creeping back to me through the pages. This is a children's story the way they used to make 'em, full of whimsy, magic, and good deeds. Follow the Jolly Mon on a delightful yet purposeful journey, spreading happiness as he goes. The illustrations are beautiful and capture the vivid colors of the Carribbean and a child's imagination. This is a great book for kids of all ages. Just be prepared to smile, because once the Jolly Mon has passed your way, it'll be impossible not to.

I read the book to my 3 year old son and he just loved it. Now he wants me to read it every night before bed. Jimmy's tales of life on the sea are amazing, even for a child of three.

This book is an excellent story that will be read to my grandson since before birth. He "dances" to the Jimmy Buffet song "Jolly Mon Sings" in womb so I just know he'll love it after he's born. A true Buffet fan since "before" birth.