Dusty Star by Olaf Baker
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| Author | Baker, Olaf |
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| Illustrator | Bransom, Paul, 1885-1979 |
| Title | Dusty Star |
| Note | Reading ease score: 78.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Dusty Star" by Olaf Baker is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around a young Indian boy named Dusty Star and his bond with a wolf cub named Kiopo, exploring themes of nature, identity, and the intersection of human and animal worlds. Set against the backdrop of the vast prairies, the tale delves into the adventures that unfold as Dusty Star grows up alongside Kiopo, which intertwines their fates in unique and challenging ways. At the start of the book, the narrative introduces the birth of the seven wolf cubs in a secluded badger-hole, focusing on the mother wolf's care as she protects them in their initial weeks of life. Meanwhile, Dusty Star is introduced as a large, lively boy living with his family on the prairies. Their lives become intertwined when Dusty Star’s father brings home Kiopo, the wolf cub, for his son to raise. As the narrative unfolds, the complexities of their relationship are hinted at, paving the way for future conflicts and adventures as Dusty Star navigates his world, coupled with his deepening connection to Kiopo, amidst the backgrounds of their respective tribes and wildlife. The blend of loyalty, the thrill of childhood exploration, and the looming threats they face foreshadows an engaging journey ahead. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Indians of North America -- Fiction |
| Subject | Wolves -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 32106 |
| Release Date | Apr 23, 2010 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 6, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 73 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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