Brighty of the Grand Canyon

(Paperback, Reprint)

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A determined little burro earns the loyalty and affection of everyone he encounters in this classic story from Newbery Awardwinning author Marguerite Henry.

Long ago, a lone little burro roamed the high cliffs of the Grand Canyon and touched the hearts of all who knew him: a grizzled old miner, a big-game hunter, even President Teddy Roosevelt. Named Brighty by the prospector who befriended him, he remained a free spirit at heart. But when a ruthless claim-jumper murdered the prospector, loyal Brighty risked everything to bring the killer to justice.

Brightys adventures have delighted generations of readers, and he has become the symbol of a joyous way of life. Some people say that you can even see his spirit roving the canyon on moonlit nightsforever wild, forever free.

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Philadelphia Inquirer "An exciting tale... fun to read aloud."

Author Bio

Marguerite Henry was the beloved author of such classic horse stories asKing of the Wind; Misty of Chincoteague;andStormy, Mistys Foal, all of which are available in Aladdin paperback editions.

Wesley Dennis was best known for his illustrations in collaboration with author Marguerite Henry. They published sixteen books together.