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Littlejim Bright Mountain Books Gloria Houston’s Littlejim and its sequels have won numerous awards, have been adapted as musicals, and are included in social studies curricula nationwide. Young protagonist Littlejim is the best student in his school and an excellent writer—admired by everyone in his small North Carolina mountain community—everyone except for his father, Bigjim. Littlejim hopes he can finally earn his father’s respect and understanding by winning a local writing contest and getting his essay published in the Kansas City Star, but first he must find inspiration on the assigned topic, “What it means to be an American.” With a vivid depiction of Appalachian mountain life in the early 1990s and a cast of lovingly portrayed characters, Littlejim explores the value and spirit of immigrant Americans through the unforgettable eyes of a boy seeking his father's approval.
Reviews "Based on the author's family history, this novel set in rural North Carolina during the early 1900s traces a 12-year-old boy's struggle to prove his worth....[T]he unfolding of the story's events is suspenseful and engaging. Through clear, unembellished prose...[t]his book succeeds in capturing the spirit of immigrant Americans who overcame obstacles to accomplish their dreams."
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