Just before he died, Don Freeman, well-known author/illustrator of children's books (Corduroy, Earl the Squirrel, and many more), was working on an autobiographical novel of his youth in San Diego. Jigsaw Summer has finally arrived! The story of the last year with his guardian, yearning to get away, but reluctant to leave all his friends, is told with honesty, humour, and with some deep glimpses into his personality. Don's text is accompanied by his sketches and actual photographs of where Jigsaw Summer takes place, including his father and his strict guardian.