KNOTS ON A COUNTING ROPE

The powers of storytelling and kinship are palpable as Tom Stechshulte and Norm Lee narrate this well-loved story of a young boy and his grandfather recounting the early events in the boy's life. With each retelling, a knot is tied in their counting rope. Stechshulte and Lee pass the story back and forth with deep respect for the two characters and with a blunt but supportive forthrightness as they talk of the obstacles the boy has encountered and other he will face in his life. Love and determination ring clear. The relaxed pace offers time to reflect. Who will be the next teller of the tale? A.R. ©AudioFile, Portland, Maine [Published: DEC 05/ JAN 06]