Books like Fur Magic by Andre Norton
During a summer on his uncle’s ranch in Idaho, Cory Alder finds his ordinary life upended when a strange encounter turns him into a furry creature named Yellow Shell. As he navigates a vivid landscape of mythic animals and the lore of the Indians of North America, Cory must unravel the mystery of the powerful Indian magic that altered his fate. With courage and determination, he seeks a way back to the world he once knew while learning the timeless lessons of friendship, bravery, and the supernatural bond between humans and nature.
First publish date: 1968
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Andre Norton
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