Synopsis A teenager left on his own travels west in a kit car he built himself, and along the way picks up two Vietnam veterans, who take him on an eye-opening journey.
| Details | | Publication Date: | 1994-04-01 |
| Size | | Length: | 180 pages | | Height: | 8.8 in | | Width: | 6.0 in | | Thickness: | 0.8 in | | Weight: | 12.8 oz |
Publisher's Note In his inimitable style, award-winning storyteller Gary Paulsen guides young readers on a journey to new and unexpected frontiers. Orphaned 14-year-old Terry Anders builds a car from a kit and embarks on a cross-country journey. He befriends a 45-year-old Vietnam vet who opens his eyes and his mind to the limitless possibilities of life.
Industry Reviews In a starred review, PW praised the Newbery Honor author for ``his ability to create flesh-and-blood characters'' in this story about a 14-year-old who sets out on a road trip and meets up with a Vietnam vet. Ages 12-up. Another Paulsen title, Dancing Carl, is being released simultaneously by Aladdin; $3.95 ISBN 0-689-80410-5. Ages 9-12. (Oct.) q Bernstein
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