Borland, Hal._When the legends die._Laurel-Leaf, 1963
[0-553-25738-2]Thomas Black Bull's father kills another
indian and his family goes into hiding, in the woods, living
the old way. His father dies in an accident and his mother
dies shortly thereafter so he lives "the old way" in the
woods until people at the reservation find out about him and
bring him to the reservation for school. From school he
ends up riding rodeo horses for a nasty man who eventually
dies so he becomes a rodeo star (although cruel rider) in
his own right over the years. After many year, a major
injury has him recovering in the hills where he used to
live. Will he return to the "old ways" when he is recovered
or go back to the circuit. This 294 book is a
heart-wrenching story of a young man growing up, dealing
with his native american culture. Since the story takes
place over many years there are times withtime moves fast in
the book, but I found this book a very worthwhile read. I
purchased and read this book because one teacher was
considering reading it with her class.
*****
Frederick Muller, Librarian
Halsted Middle School Library
Newton, NJ 07860
fmuller@tellurian.net
My book comments are compiled at:
http://www.halsted.org/br.htm
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