Just David is the delightful story of a young boy who captivates an entire town by his winsome personality and amazing musical giftedness. Raised by his father in an isolated moutain cabin, David was trained his whole young life to interpret the world around him through music. The whistling wind, the gurgling brook, the beauty of a sunset - none were fully experienced or appreciated until David had played their melodies on his violin. His father, however, instilled within David far more than just an affinity for nature and a love for music. He also raised his son to be a young boy of character, always striving to be in tune in the great Orchestra of Life.
When illness claimes the life of his father, David is reluctantly taken in by a grumpy old couple who are exasperated by his strange ways as well as astounded by his incredible abilities on the violin. As David slowly adjusts to life in the "real world" far away from his beloved mountain home, his charming innocence and friendliness begin to win him friends of all ages throughout the small town. He brings the world to life for a blind boy through music, unknowingly unites two lovers who thought they would forever be estranged, and is influencial in the return of a prodigal.
Just David was authored by Eleanor Porter, who is best known for her other children's book, Pollyanna. I found Just David to be a delightful read! It is both inspiring and hard to put down!
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Thank you, Katrina for recommending this book. Evann is in need of new reading material due to a severe hip injury. I know she will enjoy this one.
Blessed and healthy 2009 to you and your amazing family!
The Whitt family
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