Mark Andersen and his family live in the Alaskan wilderness. Since the death of his older brother Jamie, the lonely Mark has created a most unusual friendship. Mark has secretly befriended Ben, an Alaskan brown bear who has been chained up since he was a six month old cub. When Ben's owner decides to sell him, Mark pleads with his father to buy him. Although reluctant because he believes Ben can never really be "tamed," Mr. Andersen finally agrees as it may be the one way to save Mark from the same death that claimed Jamie. Is Mark's life in danger (as many fear) or does a true, genuine friendship exist between the two?
Gentle Ben by Walt Morey
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008936
ISBN
9780140360356
Grade 4-7
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The Alaskan wilderness is a lonely place for Mark Andersen, especially after the death of his older brother, Jamie. But in time Mark finds someone else to love–Ben, an Alaskan brown bear so huge that no one else dares come near him. Gentle Ben has been a favorite of readers of all ages for 25 years, and is a timeless story of a rare friendship. An ALA Notable Book.
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| Product Format: | Softcover Book |
|---|---|
| Grades: | 4-7 |
| Brand: | Penguin Books |
| Author: | Walt Morey |
| ISBN: | 9780140360356 |
| EAN/UPC: | 051488006992 |
| Length in Inches: | 7.5 |
| Width in Inches: | 5.5 |
| Height in Inches: | 0.5 |
| Weight in Pounds: | 0.35 |
| Ages: | 9 - 12 |
| Edition: | Illustrated |
| Illustrated by: | John Schoenherr |
| Pages: | 192 |
| Publication Date: | 1/1/1992 |
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