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The Trumpet of the Swan

Book • 1970
Born without a voice in a Canadian pond, young trumpeter swan Louis cannot trumpet like his family.

With help from boy Sam Beaver, who teaches him to read and write, and a stolen trumpet from his father, Louis works jobs as a camp bugler, Boston Public Garden performer, and Philadelphia Zoo attraction to repay the debt and win the affection of Serena.

After adventures, repayment, and family life, Louis thrives while staying true to his wild nature.

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Mentioned in 2 episodes

Mentioned as one of the accessible stories used in the book to talk about different relationships.
Louis Rothschild, "Rapprochement Between Fathers and Sons: Breakdowns, Reunions, Potentialities" (Karnac, 2023)
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Sister Cora Caeli
when recalling a childhood book and its journaling practice that inspired wonder and questions.
Lent Series EP 1: The Power of Your Thoughts

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