Where the Red Fern Grows
Where the Red Fern Grows by Wilson Rawls is a large print edition published by Thorndike Press in 2017, featuring 376 pages in English. This novel follows the journey of Billy, a young boy who dreams of owning two dogs, Old Dan and Little Ann. Set against the backdrop of the Ozarks, the story captures Billy’s excitement as he saves up for his pups and embarks on adventures that showcase their bond and teamwork.
Readers will find a narrative rich in action and adventure, as Billy and his dogs become renowned hunters in their valley. The tale explores themes of friendship and resilience, illustrating how hope can emerge from hardship. With elements of juvenile fiction and social themes, this edition presents a classic story that resonates with both young readers and adults alike.
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A School Library Journal Top 100 Childrens Novel
An NPR Must-Read for Kids
Billy has long dreamt of owning not one^ but two^ dogs. So when heâ€(TM)s finally able to save up enough money for two pups to call his own — Old Dan and Little Ann — heâ€(TM)s ecstatic. It doesnâ€(TM)t matter that times are tough; together theyâ€(TM)ll roam the hills of the Ozarks.
Soon Billy and his hounds become the finest hunting team in the valley. Stories of their great achievements spread throughout the region^ and the combination of Old Danâ€(TM)s brawn^ Little Annâ€(TM)s brains^ and Billyâ€(TM)s sheer will seems unbeatable. But tragedy awaits these determined hunters — now friends — and Billy learns that hope can grow out of despair^ and that the seeds of the future can come from the scars of the past.
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