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Runaway Papoose is a children's novel by Grace Moon. It is a contemporary story of Native American children from the southwestern United States. Illustrated by the author's husband, Carl Moon, the novel was first published in 1928 and was a Newbery Honor recipient in 1929.

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Nah-tee flees into the desert after her family is attacked. She is found by Moyo, a shepherd, who tries to help her to find her parents. Moyo and Nah-tee go on a journey to a festival in order to find her parents.

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This book is in Newbery Honor Roll. (community list)

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  1. Grace Purdie Moon (Author)

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Original Language: English
Publisher: DoubleDay
Country: USA
Publication Date: 1928
ISBN: 9997488865
Page Count: 265

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