Author

Publication

1997 - Delacorte Press, New York, New York (State)

Language

English

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Word Count

21500 words, Guess

Page Count

86 pages

Identifiers

and 2 more

Classifications

  • DDC[Fic]
  • LCCPZ7.P2843 Tu 1997

Description

Francis Tucket and his adopted family, Lottie and Billy, are heading west in search of Francis's parents on the Oregon Trail. But when winter comes early, Francis turns south to avoid the cold, and leads them right into enemy territory--the Mexican War of 1848. Francis and the children are captured by desperadoes, but loyalty, courage, and the element of surprise offer hope for survival.

Description

When fifteen-year-old Francis and two younger children lose their way in the wilderness of the Southwest, they face capture at the hands of dangerous men.

Subjects

Topics

FictionSurvivalChildrenJuvenile fictionComanche IndiansChildren's fictionMexican War, 1846-1848

Places

New MexicoNew Southwest

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