Olaf Bunion: A Norwegian Fairy Tale (English Edition) [Kindle-editie] beoordelingen het boek quotes

This is an original tale of the life-long journey of Olaf Bunion – a rather odd character half-human, half-animal with an unusual affliction. From his humble beginnings -- found abandoned and later adopted by a poor Norwegian family -- Olaf struggles to learn and adapt in a world of humans. After the tragic loss of his entire adoptive family, Olaf is unexpectedly cast out into the world at a young age to fend on his own. But Olaf is determined to fit in and achieve personal success.After working to save ship fare to America -- the Land of Opportunity – Olaf’s initial misfortunes as an immigrant again leave him penniless, needing to work long and hard to make head way in a world that shuns and criticizes him for being different, though sometimes offensive. However, he is driven by personal resolve to overcome his personal handicap and achieve success by discovering a vocation and place in the world where he would be accepted and, hopefully, appreciated.This lively tale is appropriate for kids from 13 to 90 years, anyone who has experienced personal doubt, fallen upon hard times, or looked for personal success in the face of disappointment. It is a testament to perseverance and the pursuit of one’s dreams and values in the face of adversity.