The Loner
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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 1963 · Est. 4 hour read

The Loner

Written by Ester Wier

A nameless boy finds hope with a sheep farmer.

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151 pages· 35,455 words· Est. 4 hour read· 810L
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Bookroo's summary

A boy, lost and without memory of his past, drifts through life picking fruit for wages. His journey takes a turn when he meets a compassionate sheep farmer who offers him a home. As he settles into this new life, questions about his identity and future loom. Can he uncover his past, or will he forge a new path with the family he's found? Discover the heartwarming tale of belonging and self-discovery.

Awards

Newbery Honor (1964)
At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
151
Words
35,455
Reading age
9–12
Audience
Middle Grade
Lexile
810L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
5.3
F&P level
~S
AR points
5
AR interest level
MG
AR quiz
8534
Publication
Published
January 1, 1992
First published
January 1, 1963
Publisher
Apple
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780590443524
OCLC
23894979

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