Armstrong Wells Sperry was an American writer and illustrator of children's literature. His books include historical fiction and biography, often set on sailing ships, and stories of boys from Polynesia, Asia and indigenous American cultures. He is best known for his 1941 Newbery Medal-winning book Call It Courage.
For a small book, this is a great read. The story is full of courage and action. Mafutu is heartwarming to the core. Let's not forget his pals. The bird Kai and the dog Uri are the greatest friends. I love this book. Thank you. I got it from a book club trade-off .