A Water Journey: One Indian Boy's Vision Quest

By Mark Allen North

A young Indian brave, Wind Spirit journeys by raft as part of his Vision Quest. His goal is to take a bar of soap he made to his friend, who lives with her people in a tribe downriver. He meets and learns about animals that live along the river. Windy faces many challenges as he learns about life and his vision. Travel with Wind Spirit as he takes A Water Journey.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Fresh Ink Group
• Release date: Oct 25, 2018
• ISBN: 9781947867345

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Introduction

Seeing youngsters achieve positive goals and embrace their rewards is a welcome and rare experience. It is essential that children pursue their goals in the face of hardship. This story presents a Native American boy’s journey, which symbolizes the trials and tribulations of people today, situations where youngsters face conflicts with outcomes affecting their self-worth.

When Wind Spirit sets out on his Quest to deliver a valuable bar of soap to Raven Maiden, the Creator’s natural obstacles such as the landscape, wild animals, and river obstructions all tax his skills. The Creator senses his desires and gives him encouragement and support.

This kind of traditional story has been told a thousand ways over time. Typical to Native American lore, the raven appears as a messenger and embodiment of the Creator. His appearance shows that Wind Spirit is never alone.

I am pleased to share Wind Spirit’s adventures with readers young and old. Our