Books with title The Elusive Grasshopper

Often compared to Garrison Keillor and Mark Twain, Patrick F. McManus maintains just the right balance between baffled innocence and conspiratorial confidence. Since 1979, this humorist has been delighting readers with hilarious stories recounting his childhood in rural Idaho and relating his misadventures in the great outdoors. Whether you're a sportsman or a couch potato, he will have you laughing out loud at his escapades. In this collection of 30 tall tales, McManus introduces you to the perils of Trailer Trials and Mean Tents. Like Hemingway, McManus hunts the big fish in "Down and Way Out in Brazil". The title tale, "The Grasshopper Trap", unveils an ingenious invention for catching fish bait in motion. And in "Hunting Camp Etiquette", McManus becomes a rustic Miss Manners. Narrator Norman Dietz adds additional spice to each impish line. You won't want to miss the other audio productions of McManus' works, including Never Sniff a Gift Fish and The Night the Bear Ate Goombaw.

About the Book This is an intimate story about a Native American boy who comes across a Grasshopper during play. He is captivated by its splendor. He trails this new creature and has thoughts about how it moves. With animation and eagerness, he begins to understand that this insect has a reason for being here. You will be amused by this tale of childlike discovery seen through the eyes of a young lad. About the Author Bessie "Terry" Wilkerson is an ordained minister that prefers being outdoors. In 2002 Bessie earned a Master of Education degree in Psychological Studies from Cambridge College. She has worked in the Early Childhood Education/Human Services field for over three decades. Bessie is a PK (preacher's kid) and loves the Lord. She delights in singing and has written several children's books. Bessie resides in Massachusetts with her adult children. Bessie can be available at your next event for seminars, book readings, and book signings. Contact information: booksbybessie8@gmail.com About the Illustrator Richard "Ty" Schafrath earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree with an emphasis in drawing from Ohio State University in 1988, but a visit to MGM Studios and the Feature Animation Studios Tour a year later in Orlando would change the course of his life. After numerous setbacks Ty eventually landed a job with Nickelodeon Animation Studios in Hollywood in 1995 as a Storyboard Artist through 2002, when the industry slowed from its frantic pace. He has illustrated several books and is a freelance story boarder, painter, and caricature artist. Ty, his wife Jeni, and his step-daughters reside in Bettendorf, Iowa. Ty is a follower of Jesus Christ and is a member of Harvest Bible Chapel in Davenport, Iowa.

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This is an intimate story about a Native American boy who comes across a Grasshopper during play. He is captivated by its splendor. He trails this new creature and has thoughts about how it moves. With animation and eagerness, he begins to understand that this insect has a reason for being here. You will be amused by this tale of childlike discovery seen through the eyes of a young lad.