S'Gana: The Black Whale [Hardcover]

Sue Stauffacher (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 1, 1992

Moved by his love for a captive orca whale, young Derek Simpson makes discoveries about himself and his Haida Indian heritage as he struggles to free S'gana.

Editorial Reviews

Review

Twelve-year-old Derek is the unwilling link between the mystical world of his Native American ancestors and a beautiful black-and-white orca, or "killer whale." The orca is dying in a nearby marine park, pining away for the freedom of the open ocean. When Derek meets a young Indian girl, who claims she is the spirit of the great whale, he is drawn into the drama of the whale's desperate bid for freedom. In the process, the young people begin to rediscover their own cultural heritage. The threads of an ancient Haida tale reach out across the centuries to weave a net of suspense and mystery, a tale of heroism that will captivate 8 to 12-year-olds. Exciting and convincingly written, S'gana offers a timely message of respect for all beings. We feel certain that this new book is destined to become a favorite. Highly recommended! -- Review By HearthSong Books

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 12 and up
  
• Hardcover: 221 pages
• Publisher: Alaska Northwest Books; 1ST edition (October 1, 1992)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0882403966
• ISBN-13: 978-0882403960
• Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.7 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,160,473 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

F. Scott Fitzgerald said, "Growing up is a terribly hard thing to do. It is much better to skip it and go from one childhood to another." So, I tried growing up and it didn't suit me as well as going from one childhood to another. Which is to say, that to write children's books is to stay in touch with childhood. Which is to say, it's not a bad thing to stay in touch with the child-like senses of wonder and delight.

So I think I will. My recently redone website will introduce young readers to my books and to my weblog about developing your own creative spirit and rekindling or nourishing your sense of wonder and delight.