The Old Man and the Boy by Robert Ruark - ISBN: 9780805026696
Paperback
A boy learns life’s lessons from his grandfather’s wisdom.

The Old Man and the Boy

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  • Paperback

    303 pages

  • Release Date

    6 July 2010

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Summary

An absorbing account of a grandfather and grandson’s bond.

This classic captures the endearing relationship between a man and his grandson as they fish and hunt the lakes and woods of North Carolina. All the while the Old Man acts as teacher and guide, passing on his wisdom and life experiences to the boy, who listens in rapt fascination.

Book Details

ISBN-13:9780805026696
ISBN-10:080502669X
Author:Robert Ruark
Publisher:Henry Holt & Company Inc
Imprint:Henry Holt & Company Inc
Format:Paperback
Number of Pages:303
Release Date:6 July 2010
Weight:338g
Dimensions:235mm x 160mm x 27mm
What They're Saying

Critics Review

Written with great joy … the book is a delight to read.

“Filled with homespun humor and salty common sense. This is a book to be savored slowly, and kept and cherished.” –Herald Tribune

“Written with great joy … the book is a delight to read.” –Library Journal

“Enjoy to the hilt… . It is a tale for naturalists and fishermen and hunters, for all who love the woods and waters, animals, boats and people.”–Kirkus Reviews

About The Author

Robert Ruark

Robert Ruark (1915-1965) was an author and columnist. His many books include The Old Man and the Boy, Poor No More, and The Old Man’s Boy Grow’s Older.

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