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Once on this island, winner of the great lakes book award. The book was published in multiple languages including english language, consists of 192 pages and is available in paperback format. Gloria whelan born november 23, 1923 is an american poet, short story writer, and novelist known primarily for childrens and young adult fiction. Its a fun way to keep your child entertained and engaged while. Like many indian girls her age, koly becomes a teenage bride in an arranged marriage. May 02, 2002 homeless bird is a book about a young girl that has to leave her home to have an arranged marriage with a guy shes never met before. Apr 29, 2010 koly, a thirteenyearold girl in modern india, is forced into an arranged marriage with a dying boy. Homeless bird winner, national book awards 2000 for young peoples literature. Homeless bird is a fiction book written by gloria whelan. Kolys story will resonate with anyone of any age so though this may be classified as young adults or children, i would urge anybody of any age to read the book especially people who loves historical fiction and in particular native american fiction. One of the strengths of whelans book is her use of figurative language through similes, metaphors, and symbolism. Gloria whelans national book awardwinning novel, chronicles the breathtaking story of a remarkable young woman who dares to defy fate. List of winners of the national book award wikipedia.
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