Mountains are Free

Mountains are Free

Mountains are Free is a children's historical novel by Julie Davis Adams set in Switzerland in the 14th century. It retells the legend of William Tell and the Swiss struggle against the Hapsburgs from the viewpoint of an orphan boy.[1] The novel, illustrated by Theodore Nadajen, was first published in 1930 and was a Newbery Honor recipient in 1931.[2]

References

  1. ^ The Newbery & Caldecott Awards: a Guide to the Medal and Honor Books by the Association for Library Service to Children, ALA Editions, 2009, page 80
  2. ^ "Newbery Medal and Honor Books, 1922-Present". American Library Association. http://www.ala.org/ala/mgrps/divs/alsc/awardsgrants/bookmedia/newberymedal/newberyhonors/newberymedal.cfm. Retrieved 2009-12-30. 



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