Books by Conrad Richter

This engaging work of historical fiction will be enjoyed by adults and younger readers alike.

From its first publication in 1960, this novel sparked a debate about the extent to which its story of a belated return to childhood scenes mirrored key events of Richter's own life. John Donner, the lead character, traces a similar path to Richter, from west to east and to his childhood home.

But when the tribe signs a treaty that requires them to return their white captives, 15-year-old True Son is returned against his will to the family he had long forgotten, and to a life that he no longer understands or desires.