Peter Brown Hoffmeister Livres

Set in the breathtaking yet perilous Yosemite Valley, the story follows Tenaya, who has lived in isolation, relying on nature and discarded food. His world shifts when he meets Lucy, challenging him to navigate the tension between love and loyalty to his home. This modern retelling of Samson and Delilah delves into themes of strength, greed, and the clash between the sacred and the material. Hoffmeister evokes a deep sense of place, echoing Edward Abbey's call for the preservation of this iconic landscape.

The narrative explores Peter Hoffmeister's tumultuous childhood marked by anxiety and a chaotic home environment. Struggling with a strict father and a mentally deteriorating mother, he grapples with obsessive-compulsive behaviors and the emergence of a dictating voice in his head. Transitioning to public school, Peter seeks freedom from parental control but becomes increasingly consumed by the voice, leading him down a dark path of competition, deceit, and substance abuse. The story delves into themes of mental health, family dynamics, and the quest for identity.

Focusing on the importance of nature for children, this guide emphasizes the joy and adventure of outdoor experiences. Drawing from Peter Hoffmeister's extensive background as an educator and outdoor guide, it outlines practical ways for parents and educators to engage kids in activities like hiking and camping. The book addresses contemporary issues such as childhood obesity and technology addiction, encouraging a return to nature while providing empowering strategies for adults to foster exploration and fun in the great outdoors.

"A powerful and uncompromising story about survival, loss, fear, and what happens when hope is only the bleakest sliver of light. You will not soon forget Little McCardell or his unwavering spirit."--Kathleen Glasgow, "New York Times"-bestselling author of "Girl in Pieces."

Der 16-jährige Travis plant einen aufregenden Sommer mit seinem besten Freund Creature, doch als Creature von einem Gangmitglied angegriffen wird, geraten die beiden in große Schwierigkeiten. Gleichzeitig sucht Travis nach seiner Mutter, um ihr einen Neuanfang zu ermöglichen.