Trumpeter Swan

Author: White
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Publish Date: 2004-06-01
Features: The Trumpet of the Swan is one of three works by the American writer E.B. White (1899-1985) hailed as "one of the most beloved children's books of the 20th century." Louis is a male swan born mute. To express his thoughts, Louis learns to write on a stone tablet. However, other swans cannot read, and Louis still cannot confide in his beloved female swan. To help Louis, the swan father steals a trumpet from a music store. Louis practices over and over again until he finally blows a song from the depths of his heart from the trumpet. The music not only moves Serena but also earns the respect and admiration of people. The path of life before Louis becomes increasingly broad. This is a touching story about growth, and when the literary giant John Updike sincerely remarks, "To have this book is truly our fortune."