Daughter of the Mountains (Newbery Library, Puffin) (Paperback)

~ Louise S. Rankin (Author), Kurt Wiese (Illustrator) "Ever since she could remember, Momo had wanted a dog..." (more)
Key Phrases: two durwans, ten traders, head lama, Big Dorje, Lady Paton, Tsu Foo (more...)

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Product Description

Momo has always wanted a Lhasa terrier--a dog like the ones the Tibetan Buddhist priests hold sacred in their temples. When a trader brings Pempa to her parents' teahouse, Momo's dream comes true. Then a band of robbers steals the valuable dog, and to recover him, Momo must make a dangerous journey she may not survive. A Newbery Honor Book. Illustrated.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 9-12
  
• Paperback: 192 pages
• Publisher: Puffin (February 1, 1993)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0140363351
• ISBN-13: 978-0140363357
• Product Dimensions: 7.6 x 5 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #25,159 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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21 of 21 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A classic tale of a girl's courage and love, May 21, 1999

By A Customer

As a 6th grader I think I had this book permanently checked out of my school's library for the entire year. Great adventure and suspense, a fascinating look into another culture, an extraordinarily brave girl and her love for her dog, and a deeply satisfying ending -- a perfect combination. I'm so glad it's still in print!

15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars So glad it's still in print!, December 4, 2002

By	Celeste M. Harmer (Clifton Heights, PA United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I read this book voraciously from start to finish when I was in 7th grade and have never forgotten it. It illustrates how important it is to have faith in a dream and to go after what you want even when everyone tells you it's impossible. And if you've ever dearly loved a pet, this is the story for you.

Momo, a young Tibetian girl, yearns to own a Lhasa Apso, but an expensive pedigree dog like that is beyond her family's meager budget. Undaunted, Momo hopes and prays for one to come her way, certain that it will. Her faith and tenacity pay off when a traveling merchant presents her with an adorable Lhasa puppy, whom Momo promptly names Pempa. All is perfect in Momo's world until the day Pempa is stolen by thieves on their way to India. You will learn a lot about that part of the world as Momo tirelessly treks through Tibet, Nepal, Bhutan, and finally India to retrieve her beloved pooch.

She stumbles into a lot of interesting characters along the way, making this story an even more enjoyable read.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Creative and Inspiring!, May 2, 2004

By	Hannah (Colorado) - See all my reviews

I thought that this book was great because it shows what an amazing relationship a child and a dog can have. It also is so very detailed and descriptive, that at some parts I almost thought I was reading a book of poetry. Momo stands up for herself and proves she can.
Beautifully written. Great Characters.