This shift was helped along, in no small part, by a rather heartbreaking incident: he lost his trumpet. Gradually, he eased into making a living sketching impressions of Broadway shows for The New York Times and The Herald Tribune. He managed to support himself throughout his schooling by playing his trumpet evenings, in nightclubs and at weddings. After graduating from high school, he ventured to New York City to study art under the tutelage of Joan Sloan and Harry Wickey at the Art Students League. He practiced obsessively and eventually joined a California dance band. At an early age, he received a trumpet as a gift from his father. About The Author Don Freeman was born in San Diego, California, in 1908. In this sequel to Corduroy, Lisa takes her toy bear to a Laundromat, where he goes on a soapy adventure! Now, this childrens classic is available in board book format, perfect for even the youngest of readers. Book Synopsis 2018 marks the 50th anniversary of Corduroy, Don Freemans story of a beloved teddy bear and his friend Lisa, which has sold millions of copies and delighted children all over the world. About the Book A toy bear who wants a pocket for himself searches for one in a laundromat.
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