... a gem of a story in the tradition of Paul Gallico and the Little Flowers of Saint Francis. -- Father Clifford Stevens, Prior, Tintern Monastery, endorsement back book cover.
...a book to be enjoyed by every member of the family. -- Helen Vanni, The Metropolitan Opera, endorsement back book cover
...a warm and skillfully told story. The setting is Rome, the Eternal City that Bacigalupa knows so well. -- Marvin L. Arrowsmith, Associated Press White House Correspondent, Eisenhower and Kennedy Adminstrations, endorsement back book cover
Product Description
Set against the historic and scenic backdrops of Rome, this picture-book tells the tale of Franco and his dog Pirata. When Pirata is lost during a flood in the Tiber, Franco experiences a crisis of faith, refuses to anticipate in the approach of Christmas. The boy's search for his beloved pet -- a veritable Carol -- illustrates the true spirit of Christmas. A book for all ages.
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