Synopses & Reviews
Momma is a stonecutter at the cathedral called Big John — and little John and his sisters can't wait to see her special stone — in this luminous true-life story."Building a cathedral isnt a job, its an art."
Momma comes home from work, tired and sore from a long day at her job. She used to work on the factory line, but now an early bus takes her across the bridge into New York City. Momma is a stonecutter now, helping to build the Cathedral of Saint John the Divine. She works all day on just one stone, and little John and his two sisters wonder how she does it. Finally, Mommas stone is finished, and little John cant wait to see it. But when he arrives at the cathedral, hes confused. Where is Mommas name? How will all the people know this is Mommas art? This touching story from a childs perspective, based on real events, lovingly shows the grace and dignity of having pride in ones work — and in ones Momma. Gorgeously illustrated with the illuminated artwork of William Low, the transcendent beauty of Saint Johns Cathedral radiates with warmth and light.
Synopsis
Momma is a stonecutter at the cathedral called Big John-and little John and his sisters can't wait to see her special stone-in this luminous true-life story.
Synopsis
Momma is a stonecutter at the cathedral called Big John i1/2 and little John and his sisters can't wait to see her special stone i1/2 in this luminous true-life story. "Building a cathedral isn't a job, it's an art."
Momma comes home from work, tired and sore from a long day at her job. She used to work on the factory line, but now an early bus takes her across the bridge into New York City. Momma is a stonecutter now, helping to build the Cathedral of Saint John the Divine. She works all day on just one stone, and little John and his two sisters wonder how she does it. Finally, Momma's stone is finished, and little John can't wait to see it. But when he arrives at the cathedral, he's confused. Where is Momma's name? How will all the people know this is Momma's art? This touching story from a child's perspective, based on real events, lovingly shows the grace and dignity of having pride in one's work i1/2 and in one's Momma. Gorgeously illustrated with the illuminated artwork of William Low, the transcendent beauty of Saint John's Cathedral radiates with warmth and light.
About the Author
William Low is a much-lauded illustrator, author, and painter who has received numerous awards. His books include
Chinatown and
Old Penn Station. He lives in New York City.
William Low is a much-lauded illustrator, author, and painter who has received numerous awards. His books include CHINATOWN and OLD PENN STATION. He lives in New York City.