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The Education of Little Tree [Special Edition] (Paperback)

by Forrest Carter (Author)
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  • Paperback: 228 pages
  • Publisher: University of New Mexico Press; 25th Anniversary edition edition (15 Aug 2001)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0826328091
  • ISBN-13: 978-0826328090
  • Product Dimensions: 20.3 x 13 x 1.3 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (17 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 24,883 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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"There's humor, tragedy, tenderness and most of all, love . . . . A lot of people received a lot of education from their grandparents that schools don't offer. But few have expressed it as well as Little Tree has. Very good reading."


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This story has entranced readers of all ages since it was first published twenty-five years ago. The tale tells the story of a boy orphaned very young, who is adopted by his Cherokee grandmother and half-Cherokee grandfather in the Appalachian mountains of Tennessee during the Great Depression. 'Little Tree' as his grandparents call him is shown how to hunt and survive in the mountains, to respect nature in the Cherokee Way, taking only what is needed, leaving the rest for nature to run its course. Little Tree also learns the often callous ways of the white businessmen and tax collectors, and how Grandpa, in hilarious vignettes, scares them away from his illegal attempts to enter the cash economy. Grandma teaches Little Tree the joys of reading and education. But when Little Tree is taken away for schooling by whites, we learn of the cruelty meted out to Indian children in an attempt to assimilate them and of Little Tree's perception of the Anglo world and how it differs from the Cherokee Way.
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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars DEEPLY BEAUTIFUL, 6 Jan 2002
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This review is from: The Education of Little Tree (Hardcover)
This is the book you will buy again and again - as gifts for everyone you love who loves to read . Little Tree is an experience. The wisdom, beauty and dignity of the native americans is conveyed directly to the heart in a story about a little boy who goes to live with his Cherokee grandparents.
Inspiring and enlightening in the manner of Marlo Morgan's "Mutant Mesage", but also deeply moving, humbling and funny. I laughed, I cried... and so did all the friends I bought it for. Definitely in my top three!
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12 of 13 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A very touching book, 9 Nov 2002
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The review guidelines ask that we focus on the content and features of a book. However, this book is not about content and features. It's a book that is able to deeply touch you and make you jump out of your everyday life into another world. You view the world through the eyes of a young american indian boy (the author) as he's growing up. That's a beautiful setting, but for me it's not the main point of the book.

This is my favorite book. If you asked me why I would be unable to explain it properly. The best advice I can give is to buy the book. You'll probably find that, like me, you find yourself wanting to buy multiple copies for friends.

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10 of 11 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A Brilliant Read!, 8 Oct 2004
I first heard of this book years ago, when it was being reviewed on Radio 4's 'Book Programme'. The panel all agreed it was an excellent read and whilst listening to their reviews, I knew immediately I wanted to read it. As it was pre:Google days, it took a while to track down but when I eventually managed to find a copy - I couldn't put it down.

This little book is about a journey through life through the eyes of a little Cherokee orphan. Living in the mountains with his Cherokee grandparents, Little Tree, is learning 'The Way'. Sharing the journey with Little Tree is a beautiful and moving experience. It is also funny, sad, spiritual and an education.

'The Education of Little Tree' is a lovely read and is the only book that I never tire of reading. I have since bought copies as gifts, as well as lending my own copy on many occasions. The story of Little Tree has appealed to friends 'young and old', and am delighted to say that a couple have since bought copies as gifts for others too.

This is one of my most favourite books and I say a big Thank You to Forrest Carter for such a lovely little treasure.
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5.0 out of 5 stars What IS Education?
"The Education of Little Tree" should be required reading for every person involved in the education of children. Read more
Published 2 months ago by JanDEL

5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful book - shame about the author....
This book is absolutely beautiful, makes me weep every time i read it and i am on my 5th read. I recommend it to all BUT i also recomend that you look into the history of the... Read more
Published 2 months ago by N. Armstrong

5.0 out of 5 stars My favourite book ever
This book had a profound impact on me when I first read it a few years ago, and is one I go back to and re-read regularly. Read more
Published 22 months ago by Juno

5.0 out of 5 stars Entertaining yet perplexing!
My aunt gave me this book when I was at university - seems about a million years ago now, and I have read it countless times. Read more
Published on 21 Oct 2006 by Mr. James A. Newton

5.0 out of 5 stars Breathtaking
Emotionally gripping and philosophically enlightening, this book pulled me along in such a way that I looked forward to every second I spent within it. Read more
Published on 12 Jul 2006 by Mr. D. Sharp

3.0 out of 5 stars Imaginative but flawed
The Education of Little Tree is a fascinating story, brilliantly written, and beautiful in its rendition of the landscape and people of the mountainous region in which it is... Read more
Published on 1 Nov 2004 by JAMES MACKAY

5.0 out of 5 stars Superb
Rarely will you find a book so utterly absorbing. Forrest Carter takes you on a journey that will take you to places you only ever dreamed about. Read more
Published on 20 Aug 2003 by D. Headon

5.0 out of 5 stars completely enthralling
This is the book you will buy again and again- as presents for all the people you love who love to read. Read more
Published on 6 Jan 2002

5.0 out of 5 stars DEEPLY BEAUTIFUL
This is the book you will buy again and again - as gifts for everyone you love who loves to read . Little Tree is an experience. Read more
Published on 5 Jan 2002

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent!
This was a wonderful tale about a young Cherokee orphan which provided me with a most enjoyable read. I read it cover to cover in a day and wanted to read it again and again! Read more
Published on 27 April 2001 by stevenherald@yahoo.com

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