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Russell Weaver a bright ten year old Midwest farm boy, called Rusty, because of his red hair and freckles is imaginative and fun loving. Rusty day dreams of Cowboys and Indians and of his own great courage and bravery.
Rusty was sent ahead to set up camp and to build a campfire while rafting timber with an Uncle and his brother. As he set up the camp his boat was stolen by two men. Soon after the theft of the canoe Rusty was taken captive by Cheyenne Indians.
Rusty’s red hair attracted the attention of the chief. Chief Tall Elk and his wife Walking Dove adopted Rusty into their family. Walking Dove had a red haired daughter a year older than Rusty. Late Setting Sun became his sister and tutor in the language and customs of the Cheyenne. She often was jealous of Rusty and often played tricks on him. Rusty soon became a vital part of the family and adapted to the ways of the Indian culture. He developed a keen sense of nature, survival techniques, and in his understanding of the Cheyenne people.
Rusty’s adventures include a cold winter, misunderstandings with the Indians, narrow escapes, and tribal competition. He quickly took on the ways of the Cheyenne. He learned respect and obedience as he matured. He was rewarded with support, friendship, gifts, and respect.
Rusty Son of Tall Elk” is imaginative, enjoyable, and enlightening. Charles Bertram is a natural story teller. I highly recommend this Young Adult Historical Adventure. A thought-provoking story.
DNA Press, LLC, 978-1933255439, $ 9.95, 2007, 164 Pages
As reviewed for Midwest Book Review
Richard R. Blake, Christian Education Consultant, Book Store Owner
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