Michael and his neighbor Mina take it upon themselves to find a safe place for Skellig and nurse him back to health. The true story of a feral child captured in France in 1800 and introduced to civilization. Mordecai Gerstain has built Wild Boy into a fascinating true-life survival story that eloquently conveys Victor's isolated existence. The historical periods range from the New Kingdom in Egypt and conclude with a rendition of Earth as seen from space. A compelling plea for understanding and peace.
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This narrative description of the greatest of French saints is a work of art, a good story and a model of historical writing. Free verse, haiku, and bits of rhyme and rhythms create word pictures that are sure to entertain. Begs to read - aloud and shared.