The Odd Boy and His Precious Piano [Paperback]

Allen Howe (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: March 27, 2001

Alan Ogilvy is a peculiar and sensitive boyover protected by his quirky parents, and a budding musical prodigy. The Odd Boy charts his life from the age of three through twelve as he, among other experiences, is led about town on a leash by his mother, tap dances on an art-deco ferry, plays piano for Greta Garbo, discovers coffins in a bachelor neighbors basement, becomes a love-slave for the girl across the alley, kisses his best boyfriend, and competes in an international piano competition. Charming, poignant, and heartbreaking, The Odd Boy and His Precious Piano, through a unique childs voice, speaks directly to the adult heart.

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About the Author

Allen Howe is a native of the Pacific Northwest. A writer and musician, this is his first novel. He has had two short stories published by the Church-Wellesly Review.

Product Details

• Paperback: 160 pages
• Publisher: iUniverse (March 27, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0595166644
• ISBN-13: 978-0595166640
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,837,223 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Delightful Odd Boy, July 11, 2001

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This review is from: The Odd Boy and His Precious Piano (Paperback)

I just finished reading Allen Howe's first collection of short fiction, "The Odd Boy and His Precious Piano." It's a charming book chronicling the thoughts and experiences of a bright, talented child from age 3 to 12, including some exciting and suspenseful situations. I enjoyed the stories for their humor, for giving voice to some of my own internal experiences, and for several haunting images that I am still processing.