King of the Wind

Author: Margaret Henry
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Publish Date: 2003-09-01
Features: This is a story about love and responsibility. The mute boy Agba made a promise at the birth of "Flash": "My name is Agba. The pronunciation of 'ba' is similar to that of 'father'. I am your father, Flash. When you grow up, everyone will bow to you, and you will become the King of the Wind. I promise." For this solemn promise, he and "Flash" became as close as father and son, inseparable, supporting each other, and finally waited for the glorious moment. This novel written in the 1940s still brings readers strength and awe today. The book won the Newbery Honor Award in 1949.