Jim Kjelgaard
James Arthur Kjelgaard was an American author of young adult literature.
Hi Jolly!
In a harsh desert, a young camel driver must survive raiders and dangerous terrain as he travels to Mecca, finding an unlikely friend in a captured camel along the way.
By Jim Kjelgaard
Swamp Cat
A black kitten is taken from his home and must brave the dangers of the wild, learning to survive and discover his true strength.
By Jim Kjelgaard
The Duck-footed Hound
A boy and his web-footed hound take on the mysteries of the wild, including a crafty raccoon that has evaded capture for years.
By Jim Kjelgaard
The Story of Geronimo
Witness the making of a legend as a young boy risks everything to become a warrior.
By Jim Kjelgaard
Double Challenge
In a wilderness setting, an aspiring hunter must choose between obeying his boss and staying true to his family's values, as well as the unspoken rules of nature.
By Jim Kjelgaard
Trading Jeff and His Dog
An unlikely pair braves the wilds, testing the bounds of loyalty and the strength of an unexpected friendship.
By Jim Kjelgaard
We Were There at the Oklahoma Land Run
In 1889, a family races against time and troublemakers to stake their claim.
By Jim Kjelgaard
The Lost Wagon
A family man wrestles with leaving behind everything he knows for the promise of a better life in an untamed land.
By Jim Kjelgaard
Rescue Dog of the High Pass
In the towering Swiss Alps, a boy and his courageous dog embark on a journey to discover their true worth by rescuing lost souls amidst treacherous snowstorms.
By Jim Kjelgaard
The Black Fawn
A frightened orphan finds hope and connection through a special friendship with a mysterious creature on a new farm.
By Jim Kjelgaard
The Spell of the White Sturgeon
A young man's voyage across Lake Michigan transforms into a desperate fight for life against a raging storm and a legendary aquatic monster.
By Jim Kjelgaard