First published 1999
A young Pueblo boy grows up in Picuris, one of the smallest and most traditional pueblos in northern New Mexico. He learns the ancient ways of his people while navigating the tensions between tribal customs and the modern world pressing in around his community. The boy must prove himself as a hunter and find his place within the tight bonds of pueblo life. His journey takes him through the rituals and responsibilities that will shape him into a man. Clark presents this story of identity and belonging through the eyes of a child discovering what it means to carry forward the traditions of his ancestors. The novel explores the deep connections between the boy, his family, and the land that has sustained the Picuris people for generations.
Genres: american-fiction, historical-fiction, 20th-century, adventure, coming-of-age
Vibes: intimate, lyrical, thought-provoking
Tropes: coming-of-age, found-family
Setting: Picuris, New Mexico
Period: 20th-century
32 pages · Paperback · Kiva Pub Inc