A legendary adventure story of how Mafatu the son of the Great Chief ofHikueru a Polynesian race who worship courage conquers his fear of the seaand proves he i... » 

A legendary adventure story of how Mafatu the son of the Great Chief ofHikueru a Polynesian race who worship courage conquers his fear of the seaand proves he isnt a coward. Mafatus story has a strength and simplicitythat appeal to a wide range in age and it is beautifully told.New YorkTimes Book Review. Newbery Medal ALA Notable Childrens Book. «