In "Legend of the Old Man of the Mountain," the story unfolds in the heart of the White Mountains, where a mysterious figure, the Old Man, becomes the centerpiece of local lore. The tale weaves together themes of adventure, friendship, and self-discovery, as a group of intrepid young explorers embarks on a journey to uncover the truth behind the legend. With the backdrop of nature's beauty and the thrill of the unknown, they encounter challenges that test their courage and resolve, ultimately leading to profound insights about the power of belief and the bonds of camaraderie. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is part of a book series called Legend Series .

This book is aimed at children at US kindergarten-6th grade.

This book has been graded for interest at 8-12 years.

There are 40 pages in this book. This book was published in 2004 by Sleeping Bear Press, U. S. .

Robert Crawford is an illustrator and fine artist living in the northwest hills of Connecticut. He works in his own unique style, which he says influenced is by magic realism and the regionalism of post-World War II artists like Grant Wood and Thomas Hart Benton. His work has been on the cover of major magazines, including Fortune, Business Week, The Atlantic and U. S. News and World Report, Newsweek and Rolling Stone. He has also illustrated four children's books, including T Is for Taj Mahal: An India Alphabet and The Legend of the Old Man of the Mountain .