The Magic Strings of Frankie Presto: A Novel

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Author : Mitch Albom
Genre : Fiction

Summary : FROM THE MASTER STORYTELLER WHOSE BOOKS HAVE TOUCHED THE HEARTS OF OVER 40 MILLION READERS 'Mitch Albom sees the magical in the ordinary' Cecilia Ahern __________ At nine years old, Frankie Presto is sent to America in the bottom of a boat. His only possession is an old guitar and six precious strings. But Frankie's talent is unique, and his amazing journey weaves him through the musical landscape of the twentieth century, from classical to jazz to rock and roll, with his stunning talent affecting numerous stars along the way, including Hank Williams, Elvis Presley, Carole King and even KISS. Frankie becomes a pop star himself. He makes records. He is adored. But his gift is also his burden as he realises, through his music, he can affect the course of a listener's life. At the height of his popularity, Frankie Presto vanishes. His legend grows. Only decades later does he reappear, to change the fate of one last person . . . __________ WHAT READERS ARE SAYING ABOUT THE MAGIC STRINGS OF FRANKIE PRESTO 'Wow! what an imagination. I had no idea where it was going but had to keep on reading' 'An awesome writer, inspiring and unforgettable' 'An amazing book - your life will be enriched after you've met Frankie Presto' 'Every book that Mitch Albom writes strikes a chord in me in some way' 'A magical journey by a genius writer . . . A brilliant brilliant piece of art'

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Genre : Juvenile Nonfiction

Summary : The Magic Strings of Frankie Presto by Mitch Albom | Summary & Analysis Preview: 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. Frankie’s life story is told from the perspective of music, a fictional narrator. This is fitting, given that Frankie was one of the world’s greatest guitarists. The story, however, begins at its end: Frankie has died during a music festival. During a performance, his body levitates and then drops to the stage. The novel opens at Frankie’s funeral, where music-industry figures—including nonfictional musicians such as Lyle Lovett and Ingrid Michaelson—have gathered to pay their respects and share their thoughts about the deceased guitarist. Music, the narrator, uses the opportunity of the funeral to reflect on Frankie’s life… PLEASE NOTE: This is a summary and analysis of the book and NOT the original book. Inside this Instaread Summary & Analysis of The Magic Strings of Frankie Presto: • Summary of book • Introduction to the Important People in the book • Analysis of the Themes and Author’s Style

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Author : Mitch Albom
Genre : Fiction

Summary : Mitch Albom creates his most unforgettable fictional character—Frankie Presto, the greatest guitarist to ever walk the earth—in this magical novel about the bands we join in life and the power of talent to change our lives. An epic story of the greatest guitar player to ever live, and the six lives he changed with his magical blue strings. In Albom’s most sweeping 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. At nine years old, Frankie is sent to America in the bottom of a boat. His only possession is an old guitar and six precious strings. But Frankie’s talent is touched by the gods, and his amazing journey weaves him through the musical landscape of the 20th century, from classical to jazz to rock and roll, with his stunning talent affecting numerous stars along the way, including Hank Williams, Elvis Presley, Carole King, Wynton Marsalis and even KISS. Frankie becomes a pop star himself. He makes records. He is adored. But his gift is also his burden, as he realizes, through his music, he can actually affect people’s futures—with one string turning blue whenever a life is altered. At the height of his popularity, Frankie Presto vanishes. His legend grows. Only decades later, does he reappear—just before his spectacular death—to change one last life. With its Forest Gump-like romp through the music world, The Magic Strings of Frankie Presto is a classic in the making. 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.

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Author : Mitch Albom
Genre : Religious fiction

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Author : Mitch Albom
Genre : Fiction

Summary : 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. At nine years old, Frankie is sent to America in the bottom of a boat. His only possession is an old guitar and six precious strings. But Frankie's talent is touched by the gods, and his amazing journey weaves him through the musical landscape of the 20th century, from classical to jazz to rock and roll, with his stunning talent affecting numerous stars along the way, including Hank Williams, Elvis Presley, Carole King, Wynton Marsalis and even KISS. Frankie becomes a pop star himself. He makes records. He is adored. But his gift is also his burden, as he realizes, through his music, he can actually affect people's futures -- with one string turning blue whenever a life is altered. At the height of his popularity, Frankie Presto vanishes. His legend grows. Only decades later, does he reappear -- just before his spectacular death -- to change one last life.

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Author : Mitch Albom
Genre : Fiction

Summary : Semua manusia berbakat musik. Jika tidak, mengapa Tuhan memberimu jantung yang berdenyut? Melalui kecintaannya pada musik, Mitch Albom menyusun novel indah tentang pengaruh bakat dalam mengubah hidup manusia. Inilah kisah epik tentang Frankie Presto––gitaris paling hebat yang pernah ada––dan enam kehidupan yang diubah melalui enam dawai biru gitarnya. Frankie lahir di gereja yang terbakar, bayi yatim-piatu yang dididik oleh seorang guru musik di kota kecil di Spanyol. Perang menghancurkan hidupnya, dan pada usia sembilan tahun dia diselundupkan ke Amerika di dalam perahu. Harta Frankie satu-satunya adalah gitar tua dan enam dawai berharga. Frankie merambahi khasanah musik tahun 1940, 1950, dan 1960-an dengan bakatnya yang luar biasa sebagai gitaris dan penyanyi yang memengaruhi bintang-bintang pada zaman itu, (Duke Ellington, Hank Williams, Elvis Presley), sampai akhirnya dia pun menjadi bintang tenar. Namun bakat luar biasa ini juga menjadi beban ketika Frankie menyadari petikan gitarnya, musiknya, dapat memengaruhi kehidupan orang-orang lain. Pada puncak ketenarannya, dia membuat satu kesalahan, dan merasa bersalah. Dia menghilang. Legendanya berkembang. Berpuluh tahun kemudian, setelah hatinya pulih, dia muncul kembali untuk mengubah satu kehidupan terakhir. Dalam buku ini, Musik menjadi sang Narator, dan melalui tutur katanya kita diajak melongok ke dalam banyak kehidupan yang diubah oleh sang gitaris yang dawai-dawainya sanggup menyentuh jiwa musik di dalam diri kita semua.

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Author : Mitch Albom
Genre : Fiction

Summary : FROM THE MASTER STORYTELLER WHOSE BOOKS HAVE TOUCHED THE HEARTS OF OVER 40 MILLION READERS 'Mitch Albom sees the magical in the ordinary' Cecilia Ahern __________ Banished for centuries, as punishment for trying to measure time, the inventor of the world's first clock is finally granted his freedom, along with a mission: a chance to redeem himself by teaching two people the true meaning of time. He embarks on a journey with two unlikely partners: a teenage girl who is about to give up on life and a wealthy, ageing businessman who wants to live for ever. To save himself, he must save them both. Gripping, and filled with deep human truth, this unforgettable story will inspire readers everywhere to reconsider their own notions of time and just how precious it truly is. __________ WHAT READERS SAY ABOUT THE TIME KEEPER 'As usual, Albom kept me completely captivated throughout this entire book. My only complaint is that it wasn't longer!' 'A touching story which everyone can relate to. This book is philosophical, touching and insightful - a true gem' 'Another awesome read . . . Wish his books went on forever' 'One of the best books I have ever read!' 'An absolute masterpiece! This one book provides much wisdom'