"Where the Red Fern Grows" is a classic coming-of-age story that has touched the hearts of readers for decades. Set in the Ozark Mountains of Oklahoma during the Great Depression, the novel tells the tale of Billy Colman, a young boy who yearns for a pair of hunting dogs. Against
Despite the financial struggles of his family, Billy is determined to save up enough money to buy the dogs, and he works tirelessly to earn the funds. When he finally has enough, he sets out on a journey to purchase the dogs, named Old Dan and Little Ann, and begins training them to be the best hunting team in the area.
As Billy and his dogs go on various hunting expeditions, they face numerous challenges and dangers, but they always come out on top, thanks to their strong bond and unwavering loyalty to each other. Along the way, Billy also faces personal struggles, including the loss of his beloved grandmother and the end of his childhood innocence.
One of the most poignant aspects of "Where the Red Fern Grows" is the relationship between Billy and his dogs. The bond between them is strong and enduring, and their love for each other is evident in every interaction. The dogs are more than just hunting companions for Billy; they are his friends and family, and he would do anything to protect them.
Overall, "Where the Red Fern Grows" is a heartwarming and poignant story that will appeal to readers of all ages. It is a tale of friendship, loyalty, and the power of love to overcome any obstacle. If you haven't already read it, I highly recommend giving it a try. So, I would give this novel a rating of 5 out of 5 stars.
Where the Red Fern Grows (1974)
. CatsLivesMatter DogsLivesMatter LoveForAnimals RespectAnimals Let me get out of the way my biases. Show more If the performances seem a bit over-starched at times, they never fail to do their job. Some people call this loyalty. The struggle this young man faces and love he feels may in some manner mitigate the pain and loss, there are lessons and we're told that maybe what happened was for an overriding reason, but for me that does little to help what always strikes me as emotional manipulation. I think that a book that inspires someone to violence in the 4th grade is worth reading, don't you? His right hoof reached out and curved over his shoulder, in a "what you got?? I think this is an excellent work of fiction for middle grade readers and above.
Where the Red Fern Grows by Barbara M. Linde
Moreover, the minimum deposits and maximum withdrawal amounts should be reasonable. His lips were curled back and he snarled as he stared into the dark foliage of the tree. No sexy stuff and no smoking that I recall. On the day of their hunt, a huge blizzard occurred. I am not overly fond of the local accent and Wilson Rawls does a fantastic job with the dialogue. And then, abruptly, his hooves struck the ground. An ode to love, family and the beauty of nature.
Where the Red Fern Grows (2003)
Any book I don't care for enough to finish will usually get a 1 star or at best a 2. Growling and snarling, they formed a halfmoon circle around him. You know what I mean, one of those rare days when everything is right and nothing is wrong. I still recommend though!!!!! He was far out of place with the boxers, poodles, bird dogs, and other breeds of town dogs. Show more Billy is growing up poor in the Ozarks during the Great Depression of the 1930s.
Where the Red Fern Grows Book Review
Around his neck was a crude collar. The stationmaster, sensing something more than two dogs and a boy, waited in silence. Yes, I love the glories of a beautiful tree, especially a giant tall beauty that holds hundreds of years of the Earth's memories in it. Who knew so many people could feel attached to a little hillbilly boy and his dogs?? He then threatened to tear the book in half. You will find in my books low ratings for Black Beauty, The Yearling, Old Yeller and any books that have the "pain of life motif" in common. Old Dan had voiced his challenge to the unicorn. One student said he finished it on a plane ride home and that the flight attendant kept coming up to him asking him if he was alright.
