Boy of the Border

By Bontemps, Arna Wendell & Hughes, Langston

Publishers Summary:
Penned by two of the most famous African American writers of the 1930s, this never-before-published coming-of-age story chronicles the adventures of a 12-year-old Mexican boy, Miguel Del Monte, who joins his uncle in herding wild broncos from northern Mexico to Los Angeles. Set against the backdrop of the Mexican Revolution, this historic tale follows Miguel as he embarks on this unexpected trip across the American Southwest desert, determined to prove himself brave and smart enough to deal with the anticipated hardships. Along with a close encounter with roving bandits and the dangerous forces of nature, Miguel has bittersweet interactions with people of diverse racial and cultural groups, learning important lessons along the way. Separated into concise episodes and reflecting the beauty of various peoples, this collection depicts the power of tolerance and multicultural inclusion.

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ISBN
978-0-97909-870-3
Publisher
Sweet Earth Flying Press, LLC


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School Library Journal

Reviewed on October 1, 2009

Gr 4-7 Longing to be as brave as his older brother, 12-year-old Miguel gets his wish when he accompanies his uncle on a trip from his Mexican village to Los Angeles to sell a herd of unbroken horses. Bandits, a fight with a gypsy boy, an unexpected swim, the birth of a colt, and a trail-concealing sandstorm are all part of Miguel's trip. The actual border-crossing is barely noticed. This resurrected 1930s manuscript reflects the early ...Log In or Sign Up to Read More

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