The Summertime Adventures of the Seward School Bombers J E Tooley Jose A Rodriguez 9781481885867 Books
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“The Summertime Adventures of the Seward School Bombers,” is the story of a group of twelve-year-old boys living in the small southern Arizona town of Santa Elena in the summer of 1968. There was war in Vietnam, race riots in the south, and preparations to land a man on the moon, but none of that affected the gang much, who’s motto, “All for naught, and not for long!” was a variation of the one from that other group of fun loving young men, The Three Musketeer’s. Their adventures included little league baseball, tennis ball bazooka wars in the arroyo, combat missions against the hated class tattletale’s house, and Saturday afternoons at the Fox Theater for Marshall K-GUN’s lil’ cowpokes. But then, after devising an elaborate plan to finally catch the ghost who had been haunting the old Mansfield place for years, and therefore becoming world famous and maybe even getting their own Saturday morning T.V. show, the story takes an unexpected turn which could possibly change their lives forever! The cast of characters include; Jeff “Jagger” Howell, the fearless, spiritual leader of the S.S.B.s, who stutters, has a wandering eye, a scar on his belly from a crocodile bite he got while escaping from Mother Higgin’s reform school (it actually was from a kidney surgery he had as a baby), and a heart of gold. Johnny Caruso, the level headed narrator of the story who attempts to keep the gang in line, but fails miserably, and has his own problems dealing with an overbearing mother, aunt and grandmother, who while sitting around the kitchen table gossiping, appeared to him to be just like “them three witches, brewin’ up all sorts of trouble in the first scene of Shakespeare’s “Hambone,” as well as a nosey little sister and an obnoxious golden retriever that had a nasty habit of biting you in the rear end if you turned your back on him. There is Ira “Big I” Goldstein, the pessimist that never pulls any punches; Neil Wales, a mean and unpredictable kid who was a genius at coming up with nicknames and devious plans, but not much good at anything else, “like one of them idiotic savants I heard about on P.B.S.” Emiliano De La Rosa, or just “Rosie,” the cautious Mexican kid who was very, very chubby, NOT FAT, because he had a “glandular problem.” “Yeah, that big fat one between your ears that makes you eat like a pig,” according to Neil. There’s the fidgety Pakistani kid, Bampu “Creepy” Bota, the clubs technical adviser who’s so smart it’s creepy, and Mark “Chicken Coop” Cooper, who likes to hide behind his large pal Rosie and develops uncontrollable hiccups at the first sign of danger. Other distinguished members of the Santa Elena population include; “The Losers,” a group of tough but not so bright teenagers from the bad part of town that were, “almost entirely responsible for the new wing of the Cochise County Juvenile Center all by themselves;” Mengo and Pato, the bumbling cousins that acted as the entire Sheriff’s Department as well as truant officers, Little League umpires and dog catchers; Dan Dunn, christened by Neil as “Damn Dumb,” the friendly but “slow” RENT-A-COP that doubles as head assistant usher at the old Fox theater; Senor Villasenor, the older man about town with all the “Viejas,” who owned and operated the only taxi service in Santa Elena—his 1957 Chevy Bel-Air station wagon; as well as Jenny Darling, the red haired, angel faced object of Johnny C’s not so secret affection, that causes him so much grief with the guys. My name is Jim Tooley and I am a family physician in Tucson, Arizona. I have always held my childhood friends and experiences close to my heart, often thinking of them with joy and laughter. I therefore set out to write a work of fiction loosely based on my youthful days, in hopes that others also may find pleasure in them. I have written, The Seward School Bombers, in the same spirit as Stephen King’s, The Body, Harper Lee’s, To Kill a Mockingbird, and Mark Twain’s, Huckleberry Finn.
The Summertime Adventures of the Seward School Bombers J E Tooley Jose A Rodriguez 9781481885867 Books
My doctor wrote this book! I began reading an office copy of it. I was truly ticked off that I couldn't `steal' it. As soon as I got home, I ordered it. I love a book that makes me laugh out loud and this one did over and over and over again! It's a book to read for the sheer joy of it. It's a romp through the Sonoran Desert and the mind of a twelve year old boy and his cohorts.It's not profound or deep or enlightening or educational. What it is, is absolute fun...sheer and simple...and there is lots to be said for that. It is also extremely well written!
I told Dr. Tooley, and I meant it, that this is one of the best books I've ever read and I have very high standards. And that's the truth!
Oh...and one of the Seward School Bombers grew up and did the great illustrations in this book. Good job, Sr. Rodriguez!
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The Summertime Adventures of the Seward School Bombers J E Tooley Jose A Rodriguez 9781481885867 Books Reviews
writen by my doctor, grew up in same area. understood every event and time reference
Very entertaining book. Easy read. Reminds me of the good ole days. would recommend it to all who enjoy a good story
Refreshing,brings back memories of 50 years ago.
Very entertaining!
This book is great.I actually had moments where I chuckled out loud.If your looking for an easy read with many funny moments then this would be perfect.
I first heard about this book when I accompanied my husband on a visit to Dr. Tooley. As it happens, I was born and raised in Tucson as well, and the visit turned out to be reminisces about growing up here, and changes we'd both seen in the city. As he is an excellent doctor, he also treated my husband before the visit ended! I ordered the book immediately, and began reading avidly when I received it. I loved it! The comment about swimming at Highland Vista pool brought back the memory of my first high dive at the park, which resulted in a belly flop, and will never be forgotten! I especially loved all the hispanic culture brought out in this book, as Tucson would not be the wonderful city it is without it. I so took it for granted growing up here, but after returning to live in Tucson after many years away, I treasure the culture and the unique bearing it has on my life. The "voice" of Johnny C is so true to a 12-year old, and brought out many belly-laughs along the read. The descriptions of the mountains surrounding Tucson (oops, I mean Santa Elena!), the dry arroyos turning into dangerous rushing rivers, and the shear starkness of the Sonoran Desert portray the wonder of living in this most revered of landscapes. Thanks, Dr. Tooley, for penning such an enjoyable book, and bringing along Jose Rodriguez to imprint his excellent illustrations.
This book is a must read for anyone growing up in Tucson in the 60s/70s. As a young boy about the age of Dr. Tooleys I could very much relate to the environment and the descriptions of the desert brings back childhood memories. Even anyone who was not blessed with growing up in that setting will find the book totally amusing.
My doctor wrote this book! I began reading an office copy of it. I was truly ticked off that I couldn't `steal' it. As soon as I got home, I ordered it. I love a book that makes me laugh out loud and this one did over and over and over again! It's a book to read for the sheer joy of it. It's a romp through the Sonoran Desert and the mind of a twelve year old boy and his cohorts.
It's not profound or deep or enlightening or educational. What it is, is absolute fun...sheer and simple...and there is lots to be said for that. It is also extremely well written!
I told Dr. Tooley, and I meant it, that this is one of the best books I've ever read and I have very high standards. And that's the truth!
Oh...and one of the Seward School Bombers grew up and did the great illustrations in this book. Good job, Sr. Rodriguez!
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