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Jim Thorpe's Bright Path by Joseph Bruchac, illustrated by S. D. Nelson



Jim Thorpe or "Wa-tho-huck" as his Pottowatomie mother named him was a strong spirited child from the beginning. Joseph Bruchac shares with us the trials, pain and success of this great historical figure in Native American history. With the teachings of his father and his love for his family, Jim Thorpe overcame struggles and disappointment and went on to become a great athlete and an activist for the improvement of Indian conditions. The book goes through the life of Jim Thorpe from birth to becoming a successful athlete with illustrations by the talented artist, S. D. Nelson and then goes into the authors note on Jim Thorpe's life from then on with actual pictures of this legendary figure.

Joseph Bruchac describes the life of Jim Thorpe with all of his success as an athlete and the ups and downs of his career along with various pictures. He also adds information on how his family tried to follow in his example by continuing his work for the Indian people. The book also features a page on Important Dates in Jim Thorpe's Life and Legacy with more photographs.

This work will inspire all children to overcome obstacles and work with the gifts given them for a better future and would be a great one for teaching children how to work for what is good.

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Joseph Bruchac has passed his talent down to his son, James Bruchac, who is also an Author, Storyteller, Cultural Educator, Animal Tracker & Wilderness Survival Expert. For more on him and his work please visit http://www.ndakinna.com/james2.html

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