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by Yale Stromillustrated by Jenya ProsmitskyWinner of the San Diego Book Award for Best Picture Book!Yiske and his band of klezmer musicians must find a groom to participate in a very unconventional wedding. An unusual folktale based on the old European Jewish custom of holding a wedding in a cemetery to ward off a cholera epidemic. Join Yiske and his clever horse Fairdy in this ghoulishly delightful tale.Written by famed klezmer musician and ethnographer Yale Strom.Click here to listen to Yale Strom on the Book of Life podcast! (fast-forward to 13:30)"Prosmitsky's comical and expressive illustrations complement Strom's tale." School Library Journal"This is a lovely story that combines Jewish tradition, endearing illustrations, and common sense that all children will enjoy." SLJ's Extra Helping"Shetl life is rendered in pastel drawings that add a childlike comic relief to this take based on an 'unusual Jewish custom' meant to distract townsfolk from their troubles. A sense of worthy values is stressed while offering a flavor of the marriage rituals in a nontraditional setting." Kirkus ReviewsThe book is valuable for children and educators alike. For children, it is a hopeful and animated tale. For educators, the book can be used to enhance multiculturalism in the classroom. ForeWord MagazineCheck out this interview with Yale from ForeWord Magazine!Preview the book!ISBN: 978-0-8225-7376-0Ages 5-10, Grades K-432 pages, 9 1/4 x 11
