The New Moon

'The New Moon' is a classic work of historical fiction for young readers, written by the acclaimed author Cornelia Meigs. The story follows Dick Martin, a young Irish boy who leaves his homeland behind to seek a new life in the vast wilderness of North America. Traveling with a group of sheep herders, Dick’s journey takes him across the ocean and deep into the untamed landscapes of the Mississippi Valley.As he navigates the challenges of pioneer life, Dick forms a profound and lasting friendship with the Native American people he encounters, bridging cultural divides through mutual respect and shared survival. The narrative captures the spirit of the American frontier, emphasizing themes of courage, perseverance, and the search for home. Meigs’s evocative prose brings the natural beauty and the harsh realities of the early 19th-century wilderness to life.'The New Moon' stands as a testament to the immigrant experience and the adventurous heart required to build a future in a new land. It is a compelling tale of growth and discovery that remains a significant piece of early 20th-century children’s literature.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.