"When the Legends Die" by Hal Borland follows the journey of a young Ute boy named Thomas, who is torn between the traditional ways of his Native American heritage and the influences of the modern world. After the death of his mother and the harsh realities he faces, Thomas finds himself in a struggle for identity. He initially embraces the life of a cowboy but ultimately grapples with the loss of his cultural roots. Through his experiences in both the native and white worlds, Thomas learns the importance of understanding and respecting his heritage as he seeks to reconcile the two sides of his identity. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

There are 140 pages in this book. This book was published in 1996 by Teacher's Pet Publications .