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The book presents a retelling of the Comanche Indian legend that tells how a young girl’s sacrifice brought the bluebonnet, Texas’s iconic flower, to the region. Told in a way suitable for young readers, the story highlights themes of sacrifice, nature, and cultural heritage of the Comanche people.
First publish date: December 1991
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Tomie dePaola
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