The Tiger and the Crane

<p><span style=background-color: rgba(255 255 255 1); color: rgba(102 102 102 1)>Set in the 19th century as China's Qing Dynasty grapples with the tides of imperialism a southwestern forest turns into a hunting ground between native animals and foreign hunters. Amidst the danger Mung a humble crane adopts an orphaned tiger cub to raise as the village defender. This bold decision divides his community sparking fear and straining relationships. To succeed Mung is forced to secretly conceal the tiger cub's true identity from the cub himself. The animal village must contend with its decisions as they challenge the very concepts of identity leadership and community amidst their ongoing struggles. </span></p><p><br></p><p><span style=background-color: rgba(255 255 255 1); color: rgba(102 102 102 1)>From teacher and author Trevor B. Spisto comes a charming and lively novel about the challenges and growth that arise from confronting threats and change.</span></p>