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Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 1931
Waterless Mountain
By Laura Adams Armer, Sidney Armer (Illustrator), Sidney Armer (Illustrator)
A boy's quest for the ocean leads to a deeper calling.
3.4/5 Goodreads · 1,502 ratings
256 pages
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Bookroo's summary
In a land of dry sands, a Navajo boy dreams of the Pacific's vast waters. Guided by his uncle, he embarks on a journey to discover his true calling as a medicine man. As he learns ancient songs and ceremonies, he also encounters the wonders of modern life. Will he find his path amidst tradition and change? This tale weaves a rich tapestry of cultural heritage and personal growth, inviting readers to explore the balance between old and new.
From the publisher
Younger Brother lives in a dry land, and he dreams of finding the wide water of the Pacific Ocean. This gentle coming-of-age story, rooted in the traditional culture of the Navajo, recounts Younger Brother’s journey toward finding his vocation as a medicine man. Under the guidance of his uncle, the boy learns about the ancient songs, customs, and ceremonies of his people as well as the modern-day magic of movies and airplanes.
Written in the 1930s by an authority on Native American life and lore, this Newbery Medal winner offers a vivid portrait of Navajo beliefs and traditions. Its simple but poetic storytelling style is enhanced by numerous black-and-white illustrations.
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At a glance
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 256
- Reading age
- 10–14
- Audience
- Middle Grade
- Lexile
- 860L
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- ~5.5
- F&P level
- ~T
Publication
- Published
- January 15, 2014
- First published
- January 1, 1931
- Publisher
- Dover Publications
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Chapter Book
Identifiers
- ISBN
- 9780486492889
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