Yakari and the White Buffalo

Yakari, v.2: Yakari And White Buffalo"Created by Job & DeribTranslated by Erica Jeffrey(Cinebooks, 1976)---------------------------------------------------This is the second translated volume of a delightful European graphic novel series that stars a kind-hearted, earnest young Sioux boy named Yakari, who sees the spirit world with help from his protector totem, the Great Eagle. Great Eagle reveals to Yakari that he has the gift of being able to speak with animals, and while the adults in his tribe don't know about this gift, soon one of his friends, a girl named Rainbow, realizes that Yakari has a special relationship to nature.In this volume, Yakari meets another animal spirit, the White Buffalo, who leads his herd back to the prairies where the Sioux tribe waits for their annual hunt. While searching for the buffalo, Yakari and his horse, Little Thunder, cross over rugged desert landscapes and artist Derib unfolds rapturous, arid vistas to his readers. Another great book, although I don't quite buy the plot point of Yakari convincing the buffaloes to willingly bring themselves back to where the tribe is, just so they can be hunted down and restore the balance of nature. If I was one of them critters, I'd stay hid.All in all, this is a wonderful series for younger readers, full of magical scenarios, natural splendor and earnest moral values. Yakari is always a hard worker and a true friend; he endeavors to improve the world around him, and his honesty and loyalty are repaid by the various animals as well as by the spirit world. Plus, Derib's artwork is a delight: his panoramic landscapes, in particular, evoke a sense of true wonder. Highly recommended! (ReadThatAgain children's book reviews)

We have the whole series. My kids love them. Can not wait for number 10 to become available. Cute and perfect.

This book is disappointing because is not much text so not much of a story to read. It's mainly just pictures

Ce livre est parfait pour les enfants qui apprennent l'anglais !Beaucoup de vocabulaire et de verbes conjugués, qui , grâce aux images de cette BD deviennent plus faciles à apprendre .