4.5 stars. ( )

What a great story! I couldn't put it down. I feel like I'm a kid again.... This was always my dream, to slip away into the wilderness and live on my own. To build a raft and float down a lazy river and watch the animals go about their routines. Most days that's still my dream. I think every kid wants to run away at some point in their life for one reason or another and it's nice to read a book like this once you have kids of your own to remind you of the thoughts and feelings you had at their age. I've found a new favorite. Thanks to my buddy Ryan for the recommendation! ( )

I always thought I had read this as a child but either I didn't or I just don't remember. Loved the description of life on the mountain. ( )

I loved this book as a child. It made me want to run away and be a survivalist and make flour from acorns. So I read it to my sons to let them experience this wonder and encourage their sense of adventure. They really enjoyed it. It's good for children who haven't yet lost their sense of wonder. Perfect for 8 to 11 years. ( )

A great coming-of-age tale ( )