
By Scott O'Dell
A young girl narrates her tribe's harrowing forced march to Fort Sumner.
Bright Morning, a young Navajo girl, faces the brutal reality of her tribe's forced relocation to Fort Sumner. As she navigates this perilous journey, her resilience and courage are tested. Will she find a way to preserve her spirit and hope amidst the struggle for survival? This gripping tale of endurance and bravery unfolds against the backdrop of historical events, challenging Bright Morning to fight for her people's future.
A 1971 Newbery Honor Book The Navajo tribe’s forced march from their homeland to Fort Sumner by white soldiers and settlers is dramatically and courageously told by young Bright Morning.
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