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Synopsis An Indian boy who tends llamas in a hidden valley in Peru learns the traditions and secrets of his Inca ancestors., Cusi, a modern descendent of the ancient Incas, leaves his home in the Andes mountains to learn about his ancestors. Accompanied by his pet llama, Misti, Cusi discovers the truth about his people's history, and then must find a way to prove himself worthy of their noble legacy. Winner of the 1953 Newbery Medal.
| Details | | Series: | Puffin Book |
| Size | | Length: | 120 pages | | Height: | 7.5 in | | Width: | 5.0 in | | Thickness: | 0.5 in | | Weight: | 4.0 oz |
Publisher's Notes
First Line: ""What are you doing, Cusi?" An old Indian stood looking down at a boy who lay on an overhanging rock, gazing into the valley below. The old Indian's slow, deep voice broke the stillness of the mountain world."
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