Island of the Blue Dolphins (Authentic verified) by Scott O'Dell

"Island of the Blue Dolphins by Scott O'Dell is a classic tale of survival and resilience. The novel follows Karana, a young Ghalas-at Indian girl, who is stranded alone on an isolated island off the coast of California after a series of tragic events involving a group of Russian otter hunters. Her tribe is decimated, and her younger brother, Ramo, is the only remaining family member. When the tribe decides to leave the island for safety, Karana realizes that Ramo is missing and, in a desperate act of love and determination, swims back to the island to search for him.

Abandoned by the ships, Karana must learn to survive on her own, relying on her resourcefulness, courage, and determination. As she navigates the harsh realities of living alone, she learns to adapt to her environment, building shelter, hunting, and making peace with her solitude. Over the 18 years that follow, Karana grows emotionally and spiritually, forging a deep connection with the island's wildlife, and her story becomes one of strength, survival, and the deep yearning for connection.

Based on the true story of a girl who lived alone on San Nicolas Island off the coast of California, Island of the Blue Dolphins is a powerful story about the human spirit's ability to endure and the beauty of the natural world.

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