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The Sign of the Beaver

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Historical Fiction Fiction Young Adult Classics History

by Elizabeth George Speare

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3.77 (20.5K ratings)
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The Sign of the Beaver by Elizabeth George Speare holds a well received rating of 3.77 out of 5, based on 20.5K reader ratings. First published in 1983.

About The Sign of the Beaver

Twelve-year-old Matt is left on his own in the Maine wilderness while his father leaves to bring the rest of the family to their new settlement. When he befriends Attean, an Indian chief's grandson, he is invited to join the Beaver tribe and move north. Should Matt abandon his hopes of ever seeing his family again and go on to a new life?

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Author Elizabeth George Speare
Published 1983
Genres Historical Fiction, Fiction, Young Adult, Classics, History
Average Rating 3.77 / 5.00
Total Ratings 20,450

Reader Ratings & Analysis

Rating Overview

3.8
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20.5K ratings
With a rating of 3.77, The Sign of the Beaver is rated below the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 3.95, it performs below the genre benchmark.

How It Compares

3.77
This Book
3.95
Historical Fiction Average
4.17
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Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is The Sign of the Beaver?

The Sign of the Beaver is categorized as Historical Fiction, Fiction, Young Adult, Classics. Its primary genre classification is Historical Fiction.

Is The Sign of the Beaver worth reading?

Based on 20.5K reader ratings, The Sign of the Beaver has an average score of 3.77 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."

Who wrote The Sign of the Beaver?

The Sign of the Beaver was written by Elizabeth George Speare. It was first published in 1983.

What is the ISBN for The Sign of the Beaver?

The ISBN-13 for The Sign of the Beaver is 9780440779030.0.

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