PEMBERTON, N.J., Sept. 12, 2008 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Take a glimpse of the old southern New Jersey as you accompany author Harry Monesson in Up A Cranberry Tree II. Through this poetry anthology, he unravels the stories, unveils the life, and uncovers the places of South Jersey. Meet the People of the Pines in this collection of poems that will let you remember what it was like and how it was then.
Since early childhood, prolific author Harry Monesson has always treated southern New Jersey an an endearing and significant part of his life. You'll discover why as you leaf through the pages of Up A Cranberry Tree II. The pines, lakes, bay, bogs, and streams of southern New Jersey have served as his home, school, and playground. And in this poetic volume, sprinkled with whimsical humor and wisdom, showcases the independent and resourceful People of the Pines. These lyrical verses, memories in rhymes, and stories in poetry are penned down through a poetic dialect that was once commonly spoken in South Jersey.
Discover the beauty, wonders, and uniqueness of living and growing in the Pines through Up A Cranberry Tree II.
This book will be featured in the New York Library Association Book Exhibit in November 2008 and New Jersey Library Association Book Exhibit in April 2009.
About the Author
Harry S. Monesson is a blueberry/cranberry grower, writer, and author who resides in Pemberton, New Jersey. His published books include: Knibblers in the Sand, Sand Sharks in the Pines; The World's Biggest Tummy; Berry Patch Tales; Boggenskrogin; Short Stories and Vignettes; Charmion, Giantess of Divine Providence; and other diverse genre novels and cartoon collections.
UP A CRANBERRY TREE II * by Harry S. Monesson
PINEY POEMS
Publication Date: August 21, 2008
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