The Holy Cross and Other Tales

A warm, lyrical collection that invites listeners into the world of an author who balanced child‑like wonder with gentle wisdom. The volume opens with an affectionate tribute, comparing the writer to the timeless court jester whose humor is always tinged with insight, and it frames the later stories as reflections of that spirit. Within the pages you’ll find a mix of playful vignettes, tender musings, and slightly melancholy sketches, each rendered in a whisper‑soft, almost musical prose that feels both old‑worldly and unmistakably American.

Added to the original selection are five new tales, beginning with the whimsically titled “The Platonic Bassoon,” that showcase the same range of moods—serious, gay, and plaintive—that defined his later work. Listeners can expect a blend of lyrical imagination, subtle satire, and heartfelt affection for childhood, all delivered in a narrative voice that feels both intimate and timeless.