Title: Magic maize
Description: It is the story of Fabian, a Mayan Indian boy, who uncovers a rare jade earplug while secretly planting "magic maize." The earplug and maize lead to adventures so unusual that even Fabian's stubborn father is convinced that the old and new can live in peace.
Subjects: Social life and customs, Newbery Honor, Guatemala, Guatemala, juvenile literature
Places: Guatemala