The Yearling

By Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings

A boy's journey through the wilds of Florida tests his courage and beliefs.

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473 pages· 128,886 words· Est. 12 hour read

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Bookroo's summary

In the heart of Florida's wilderness, young Jody Baxter faces the trials of boyhood amidst the untamed beauty of the backwoods. As he navigates the challenges of family life and the thrill of the hunt, Jody's bond with a fawn becomes a poignant test of love and survival. Will the harsh realities of nature and life force him to grow up too soon? Discover a timeless tale of courage and the enduring spirit of a family living far from modern life's comforts.

From the publisher

In this classic story of the Baxter family of inland Florida and their wild, hard, satisfying life, Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings has written one of the great novels of our times. A rich and varied story - tender in its understanding of boyhood, crowded with the excitement of the backwoods hunt, with vivid descriptions of the primitive, beautiful hammock country, with humor and earthy philosophy - “The Yearling” is a novel for readers of all tastes and ages. Its glowing picture of life that is far and refreshingly removed from modern patterns of living becomes universal in its revelation of simple courageous people and the abiding beliefs they live by. Winner of Pulitzer Prize in 1938, “The Yearling” was made available the following year in a special edition illustrated by the distinguished American artist, N.C. Wyeth. The original paintings have been re-photographed and new plates made for this handsome volume.

At a glance

Format
Pages: 473
Words: 128,886
Reading age: 11–15
Audience: Young Adult
Lexile: 750L

Themes & topics

Books about rural living Books about human-animal relationships Books about farms Books about pets Books about family

For the grown-ups

The parent guide

What families may want to know

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Serious Subject Matter

Some characters are described as sleeping naked and waking up in the night to play music

Alcohol

Some characters drink whiskey

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