Title: Hero epic set in India
Product review: The threads of this story are spun so neatly, and they weave together (some sooner, some later) to produce a well-crafted coming-of-age myth. Lloyd Alexander put so much care into this work of art, I was stunned to see that he had written so many other books. This seems like the life-labor of a dedicated storytelle. Reading the book is so satisfying, as the young king travels from prideful impetuous behavior into reasoned risk-taking into peaceful acceptance and maturity.Excellent, memorable characters and scenes, great use of foreshadowing throughout. The setting in India allows for some wonderful animal companions, all of whom have their own heroic characters to develop.Great, great book for boys. This is a coming of age novel they will never forget.Too bad about the cheesy new cover -- I read this with an older, more interesting cover with an India-looking illustration that shows all the animals in the story.
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