Scott O'Dell published his first work for children, the 1961 Newbery Award-winner ISLAND OF THE BLUE DOLPHINS, when he was 52. Before writing this book O'Dell had many careers, including newspaper journalist and laborer on a citrus ranch. He also wrote several novels for adults. Three of O'Dell's novels for children, THE KING'S FIFTH, THE BLACK PEARL, and SING DOWN THE MOON were named Newbery Honor Books. In 1972 he received the Hans Christian Andersen Medal for his body of work. Before his dea more...
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1898 Los Angeles, Southern California, California, Pacific States, Western States, United States,
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I totally relate to this story. I admire her strength and creativity. If I were stuck on an island, probably,the only reason I would survive is because of what this character gave me.