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Set in northern New England around ten thousand years ago, this collection of stories portrays the intimate relationship between the Abenaki people and their dogs. Each tale illustrates how these faithful companions served as guides, guardians, and companions, underscoring the deep cultural bonds that shaped both communities.
The narratives weave together the traditions of the Abenaki with the practical and symbolic roles dogs played in daily life, offering young readers a glimpse into an ancient world where humans and animals cooperated harmoniously.
Through evocative storytelling, readers discover the sense of partnership that defined early life in New England and the ways this bond has endured within Abenaki oral history.
First publish date: 1995
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Joseph Bruchac
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