Runs with Horses

by Brian Burks

Overview

Sixteen years old in 1886, Runs With Horses is a member of the last small band of Apaches continuing to resist the U.S. Army. His training for manhood as a Chiricahua Apache has been difficult but thrilling, and he is eager to accomplish the final two of the four raids required to become a warrior. Sadly, this is not possible when they at last surrender to the U.S. Army. “With its compact size, terse sentences, large print, and action-packed plot, the book is certain to lure reluctant readers, and history buffs will applaud the factual epilogue and bibliography.”—Booklist

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780152009946
Publisher:	HarperCollins
Publication date:	11/01/1995
Edition description:	First Edition
Pages:	128
Sales rank:	532,033
Product dimensions:	4.19(w) x 6.88(h) x (d)
Lexile:	850L (what's this?)
Age Range:	12 - 15 Years

About the Author

Brian Burks' published works include Runs With Horses, Soldier Boy, and Wrango, which was awarded the Western Writers of America Spur Award for Best Western Juvenile Fiction.
 

Editorial Reviews

Gr 6-9Set in Mexico's Sierra Madre mountains during 1886, this is the story of Runs with Horses, an Apache youth who is embarking on a series of trials in order to become a warrior. His father, Red Knife, and the ever-famous Geronimo are the elders who direct his rites of passage, which range from running up and down a mountain without spilling a mouthful of water to assisting in raids on neighboring Mexicans. A young man's desire to be accepted by his peers as well as by his father is accurately portrayed. Bravery, honor, and respect are stressed throughout, and fiction is integrated smoothly with historical details. The story takes place over a short period of time, and will keep readers involved. Fans of westerns and Gary Paulsen's books would probably be the best candidates for this one.Julie Shatterly, Gaston County Public Library, Gastonia, NC

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