The Django

Name: The Django
Brand: Recorded Books
Availability: InStock
Author: Levi Pinfold
ISBN: 9781470356774

Author: Levi Pinfold

Narrator: Steven Boyer

Unabridged: 16 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Recorded Books

Published: 01/18/2013

Categories: Children's Fiction

Synopsis

Jean's world is turned upside down when he meets the Django. His new friend is so much fun and things are always exciting when the Django is around. But there's only one problem-ever since they met, Jean has found himself in heaps of trouble. What should Jean do? He doesn't want to send his special pal away, but he can't keep getting in trouble either. Finally Jean makes up his mind and does what he must: He sends the Django on his way. Soon Jean misses all the joy and crazy antics. Will he ever feel close to the Django again? Yes, for Jean finds the Django is near him every time he plays the banjo! Inspired by Levi Pinfold's love of jazz music and by jazz musician Jean "Django" Reinhardt, The Django is a story sure to delight and inspire young readers. A lively reading from narrator Steven Boyer adds just the right spark to this marvelous tale.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Mathew

Not enough people are aware of the extremely talented Levi Pinfold and they should be. He's possibly more famous for Black Dog which is wonderful but The Django is where his career as a children's book author and illustrator is where it all started. Although this is an ode to jazz musician, Jean 'Dj......more

Goodreads review by Peacegal

Memorably detailed illustrations bring this tale of a magical trickster to life.......more

Goodreads review by Stephen

Loved the illustrations and story, but not as much as his book Black Dog. Love the level of detail in the pictures which makes a fun treasure hunt of details. Story good, and would be good to spark conversations if there really was a Django, or maybe it was the child? Glad I have it in my personal l......more

Goodreads review by Megan

It could be the filmic qualities and Bruegel-esque level of detail in the illustrations. It could be the impulsive behaviours and laugh aloud humour. It could be the beautifully realised father son relationship. It could be the romantic Romany gypsy setting. It could be the playful, colloquial dialo......more