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The Legend of the Bluebonnet
The Legend of the Bluebonnet
Author: Tomie dePaola
Tomie dePaola provides a charming retelling of the Native American legend about the origin of Texas' state flower, the bluebonnet. In this tale, the Comanche People experience drought and famine as a result of their selfish acts against the Earth. In order to restore life to the Earth, they must make a burnt offering of their most valued pos...  more »
ISBN-13: 9780840376688
ISBN-10: 0840376685
Publication Date: 1983
Pages: 34
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Publisher: G.P. Putnam's Sons
Book Type: Hardcover
Other Versions: Paperback, Audio Cassette
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reviewed The Legend of the Bluebonnet on + 2 more book reviews
wonderful book.
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This favorite legend based on Comanche Indian lore, tells the story of how the bluebonnet came to be. The magnificent full-color paintings perfectly capture the Comanche People, the Texas hills, and the spirit of a little girl who made a sacrifice to save her tribe.
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Wonderful translation of the Bluebonnet story. Illustrations are beautiful.


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