First published in the United Kingdom in 1966 by Oxford University Press.

"The Trocadero cafe is the lively centre of a Greek fishing village, thanks to Tasso and his bouzouki. But one day the proprietor installs a juke box, and Tasso is no longer needed. At first everyone is happy with the uninterrupted music, but gradually the noise becomes unbearable and the Chief of Police must take control. Will Tasso and his bouzouki be welcomed back to the cafe once more? In this zesty and humorous depiction of Greek island life, Papas' timeless tale continues to speak to us about the values of tradition, simplicity and shared experience"--Back cover.