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In this charming children’s tale, a shy young man is visited by birds and animals who gift him special items. With their help, he musters the courage to express his feelings to a beautiful girl, weaving themes of love, courage, and the folklore of North American Indians into a heartwarming story.
First publish date: 1992
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Paul Goble
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