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The Bronze Bow: A Newbery Award WinnerPaperback – September 1, 1997

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In this Newbery Medal–winning novel, Daniel bar Jamin will stop at nothing to seek revenge for his father's death at the hands of the Roman Empire.

After Daniel bar Jamin's father is crucified by the Roman Empire, Daniel wants nothing more than to rid his land of Israel of Roman control once and for all. Yet when David meets Jesus of Nazareth, a traveling carpenter with a gentle message of love and forgiveness, David starts to realize that the hate festering in his heart might be his true enemy after all.

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"A moving, vivid, and well-written picture of the spiritual vs. the material, vengeance vs. love." School Library Journal, Starred —

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"I was born in Melrose, Massachusetts, on November 21, 1908. I have lived all my life in New England, and though I love to travel I can't imagine ever calling any other place on earth home. Since I can't remember a time when I didn't intend to write, it is hard to explain why I took so long getting around to it in earnest. But the years seemed to go by very quickly. In 1936 I married Alden Speare and came to Connecticut. Not till both children were in junior high did I find time at last to sit down quietly with a pencil and paper. I turned naturally to the things which had filled my days and thoughts and began to write magazine articles about family living. Then one day I stumbled on a true story from New England history with a character who seemed to me an ideal heroine. Though I had my first historical novel almost by accident it soon proved to be an absorbing hobby." Elizabeth George Speare (1908-1994) won the 1959 Newbery Medal for THE WITCH OF BLACKBIRD POND, and the 1962 Newbery Medal for THE BRONZE BOW. She also received a Newbery Honor Award in 1983, and in 1989 she was presented with the Laura Ingalls Wilder Award for her substantial and enduring contribution to children’s literature.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Clarion Books; Reissue edition (September 1, 1997)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 256 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0395137195
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0395137192
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 10+ years, from customers
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ 760L
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ 5 - 7
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 10.4 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.5 x 0.62 x 8.25 inches
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"I was born in Melrose, Massachusetts, on November 21, 1908. I have lived all my life in New England, and though I love to travel I can't imagine ever calling any other place on earth home. Since I can't remember a time when I didn't intend to write, it is hard to explain why I took so long getting around to it in earnest. But the years seemed to go by very quickly. In 1936 I married Alden Speare and came to Connecticut. Not till both children were in junior high did I find time at last to sit down quietly with a pencil and paper. I turned naturally to the things which had filled my days and thoughts and began to write magazine articles about family living. Then one day I stumbled on a true story from New England history with a character who seemed to me an ideal heroine. Though I had my first historical novel almost by accident it soon proved to be an absorbing hobby." Elizabeth George Speare (1908-1994) won the 1959 Newbery Medal for THE WITCH OF BLACKBIRD POND, and the 1962 Newbery Medal for THE BRONZE BOW. She also received a Newbery Honor Award in 1983, and in 1989 she was presented with the Laura Ingalls Wilder Award for her substantial and enduring contribution to children's literature.

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4.6 out of 5 stars
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Customers find the story entertaining, engaging, and strong. They also describe the historical perspective as captivating, interesting, and beautifully constructed. Readers say the book is educational, fascinating, and helps build a child's vocabulary. They appreciate the writing style and the author's use of historical information. In addition, they find the message inspiring, heartfelt, and powerful. Readers also appreciate the well-developed characters and strong female characters. Additionally, they mention the book has biblical things in it and shows how wonderful and wise Jesus is.

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142 customers mention "Story quality"142 positive0 negative

Customers find the story great, entertaining, and engaging. They say it has a strong plot and likable characters. Readers also mention the book is well-dramatized, affecting, and mature. Additionally, they mention the book is full of action, adventure, and heartbreak as they follow the struggles of the characters.

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"This is asuperlative fiction book.Just great.... "Read more

"...these days due to its specifically religious content, thisstory is quite timelyin terms of the ongoing struggles in Israel/Palestine... "Read more

"...Thebook is an entertaining read.It held my attention and I have read so many books that a novel must be well-written for me to enjoy it.... "Read more

41 customers mention "Historical perspective"36 positive5 negative

Customers find the historical perspective captivating, interesting, and beautifully constructed. They also appreciate the great themes for kids to think about. Readers also like the characters and time period.

"...Theirspirit and passion are attractive.Every man wants to have a cause so big they can die for it.... "Read more

"...Although this is a work of fiction, it isaccurately based on the historyof the Jewish nation and the struggles and persecutions they... "Read more

"...It isfull of action,adventure and heartbreak as we follow the struggles of the young man and his sister in a village controlled by Roman soldiers.... "Read more

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35 customers mention "Reading level"35 positive0 negative

Customers find the book educational and fascinating. They say it's great for building a child's vocabulary, helps students or adults understand what was going on in Israel during the time period, and is wonderful for teens and adults alike. Readers also mention the book gives good discussions and makes them really think.

"...depicted here as anywhere, and is portrayed on anexcellent level for younger readers... "Read more

"...This bookcan be a real eye openerfor anyone who lacks understanding of the harsh treatment the Jews experienced under the Romans.... "Read more

"...is simple enough for her target age to understand, but stillcaptivating to adults.... "Read more

"...There ismuch useful vocabularyto prepare students for college, as well as many literary devices to discuss, and character development as well.... "Read more

31 customers mention "Writing style"28 positive3 negative

Customers find the writing style very well-written and beautiful. They appreciate the author's use of historical information and literary devices. Readers say the book is a simple read with heavy impact.

"Wonderful story,beautifully told.Great read for this season of the year. "Read more

"...Speare's book is well-written,accessible, and full of vitality.... "Read more

"The book arrived quickly, andI like the print.Not too small and dark enough to read without straining. I would recommend this edition of... "Read more

"...vocabulary to prepare students for college, as well asmany literary devices to discuss,and character development as well.... "Read more

20 customers mention "Message"20 positive0 negative

Customers find the message inspiring, uplifting, and heartfelt. They say it fills them with humility and a new love for the Savior. Readers also mention the book offers everyone a sense of hope and joy. They appreciate the morale, compassion of Jesus, and pride of life.

"...story are a bit predictable they are not melodramatic, but ratherheartfelt.Speare does not dip deep into pathos.Quotes: "..."Read more

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18 customers mention "Character development"18 positive0 negative

Customers find the characters well-developed, excellent, and strong. They also appreciate the historical and biblical characters.

"...this primarily to young men, but young women willenjoy the strong female charactersas well.... "Read more

"...The book does agood job showing the character developmentof it's principle character. He goes from being selfish to being responsible for others.... "Read more

"...Itcontains many historical and biblical charactersand is full of period and geographical references.... "Read more

"...the bar isn't set too high, in this book, thecharacters were well-drawn and interesting.The 1st century setting felt real.... "Read more

15 customers mention "Preachiness"15 positive0 negative

Customers find the book preachy, saying it has biblical things in it. They also say it shows how wonderful and wise Jesus is. Readers mention the book is a faith book with powerful gospel descriptions and parallels. They say it's a great way to tie religion into the story.

"...It isnot a preachy religious book,however. Daniel, the main character in this story, is picture of what happens when hate takes over your life.... "Read more

"...This book gave me a different andmore human perspective on Jesus;some of the best parts describe a weary Jesus who, nevertheless, takes time for... "Read more

"...It isnot preachy,but rather a lesson of self discovery for Daniel and the eventual peace that comes into his life.... "Read more

"...The best aspect of the book is thatJesus is an important supporting character,but whenever he is directly involved in the plot, he doesn't do or... "Read more

8 customers mention "Pacing"5 positive3 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the pacing of the book. Some mention it's well-paced and quick, while others say it's slow in the beginning and jumps from time to time and place.

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"...Theresolution was too quick for me.I don’t like sequels, but I loved the characters enough in this one I would have welcomed a sequel. "Read more

"...It kept his interest as itmoves quicklyand the reader wants to find out how the struggles are resolved and how the story lines come together.... "Read more

"...; many hidden messages of love, grace,patience,loyalty, etc.;... "Read more

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My children and I read this book together every night for a time since it was a free read for Ambleside Online. I have loved all the books AO has recommended.... until this. I have found every page except the last couple of sentences of the book to be about hate. Hate, hate, hate!!!! Even amidst the kindness, goodness, generosity, wisdom, and sacrifices of strangers and friends, well even Jesus, the response of the protaginist was to continue in his burning hatred against the Romans, an insatiable desire to kill and be rid of them! Even towards a meek and humble German/Roman soldier, his thoughts were "With all the strength of his (my) being, he (I) wanted to hurl himself (myself) at the Roman boy, to feel the throat between his (my) hands, to hear the life gasping out" and "I would rather let her (my sister) die. If you try to walk through that door, I will kill you." Should we let our young children to be exposed to such hatred??? Of course we all know that the protagonist will eventually change, but that did not come until a very abrupt ending!!! It was not until the very last sentence!!!!!!!We've read the series Wingfeather Saga and Green Ember. The main characters in those books were flawed at the start but there were uplifting and commendable transformations as those stories progressed. Little Duke by Charlotte Younge is another book of a boy whose vow was to avenge his father's death. But unlike Speare, Younge devoted more time and focused rightly on the transformed and redeemed nature of the lead, characteristics and actions you want your children to emulate. Bronze Bow just made me feel so angry up until the end, even when Daniel changed.I don't think I also agree with how the author represented Jesus, but that's another can of worms.... I'm one of the oddball here, since majority loved the book, I found it to be the worst book I have read. Or maybe because I am just angry (the book is contagious!) I read this with my children when it should have been for an older audience.The message of freedom from anger, hatred, vengeance and the peace of finally overcoming these "demons" was overshadowed and blurred by the same "demons" by devoting more time in making sure the readers are aware of how much the main character is filled with them. Too much build up of the overflowing contempt towards the Jews. It's like a book expounding on hate in the guise of being about love and forgiveness.
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Reviewed in the United States on August 11, 2024
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Reviewed in the United States on December 19, 2006
This is a superlative fiction book. Just great. Set in Galilee in the time of Jesus, this is the story of a young Jewish rebel who is won over to the gentle teachings of Jesus. It is not a preachy religious book, however. Daniel, the main character in this story, is picture of what happens when hate takes over your life. He is so full of hatred about the Roman occupation and the oppression of his people that he is blinded to the injustice that his original leader, Rosh, participates in, and the consequences of his absence from his family. He must learn what the responsibilities are and the nature of true leadership while he comes of age.

I would recommend this primarily to young men, but young women will enjoy the strong female characters as well. Daniel and Joel will be identified with by young men who read this book. Their spirit and passion are attractive. Every man wants to have a cause so big they can die for it. Though some aspects of the story are a bit predictable they are not melodramatic, but rather heartfelt. Speare does not dip deep into pathos.

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"Daniel bristled. He could not make this girl out. Was she for him or against him?" (79).

"He had taken for granted that Leah had lost her wits on the terrible night of her childhood. Was he any better, he thought now with shame, than the neighbors who would have tied her with ropes?" (129)

"Strong arms and muscles were easy to find. A fiery spirit was not so common" (137).

"With irritation he saw that the water jar was empty and that he would have to stand in line at the well with the snickering women. He bent and picked up the jar, and the bars of his cage slid into place around him" (158).
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Reviewed in the United States on August 5, 2014
Although it would never win the Newbery these days due to its specifically religious content, this story is quite timely in terms of the ongoing struggles in Israel/Palestine (although the tables are turned at this point). The setting is first-century Israel, and we see Jewish society excited about the arrival of a teacher and preacher, Jesus, who, despite his background as a carpenter, teaches with authority and is reputed to heal people.

Eighteen-year-old Daniel, a Jewish boy, hates the Romans because of his personal history with them. He joins up with a group of bandit rebels, led by the charismatic Rosh, who live in caves up in the hills. Daniel meets Joel and his sister Malthace (Thacia), siblings from a religious, educated Jewish family, when they explore the hills one day on their holiday. He also befriends Samson, a huge slave, possibly mute, that the rebels "freed" and who latched onto Daniel.

Daniel left his family behind when he escaped a cruel apprentice-master to join the rebels: his sister, Leah, traumatized by earlier events, and his elderly grandmother. A major part of the plot revolves around Daniel's inner conflict between his love of the exciting but relatively carefree life with the rebels and his sense of obligation toward his family. Eventually, Joel and Thacia become involved in his family's struggle for survival, as well as in the struggle against the Romans.

Throughout, Daniel keeps encountering Jesus, mostly through his friend Simon, the Zealot (also an ironsmith), and his inner conflict widens to include his deep hatred of the Romans and desire for revenge with Jesus' message of forgiveness and peace.

This book gave me a different and more human perspective on Jesus; some of the best parts describe a weary Jesus who, nevertheless, takes time for people, especially for a confused Daniel.

Speare was masterful in portraying the culture of the time, and the contrast between Daniel (a poor, orphaned ironsmith) and Joel (his friend, son of an influential and wealthy rabbi), as well as their encounters with the impoverished and ignorant "rabble," shows the stratification of that society in a concrete and interesting way.

We used this book for a church reading group, and everyone who read it had favorable feedback, although Daniel's truculent, scowling personality grated on at least one reader.
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Reviewed in the United States on January 9, 2004
We included this title for our 6th grade son's home school reading for the ancient history time period. You can read from other reviews what the book is about. My review is targeted for those using the book for education vs. entertainment.
The book is an entertaining read. It held my attention and I have read so many books that a novel must be well-written for me to enjoy it. The flavor of the book reminded me a bit of Louis L'Amour's "The Walking Drum" - which was one of my favorite easy-read's for a long time.
The book does a good job showing the character development of it's principle character. He goes from being selfish to being responsible for others. We see him change as he really opens his eyes to the world & people around him.
One aspect I like about the book is that the author lets you "live" in the character's shoes. Kids will relate to the idealism, daring & comradery. As the main character grows emotionally & spiritually, we begin to see that life is much more dangerous, complex & frightening than a youth might appreciate. Your friends are not always your true friends and those who irritate you might be your salvation.
The book has a strong element of Christianity which will appeal to those who are of that faith. Christ plays a somewhat significant role in the book. While I didn't nec. agree with the description of "the piercing eyes" and all that jazz..the book was able to portray that "God's ways are not our ways" and "God's thoughts are not our thoughts." In the end, the young man is able to let go of his hatred & live for the first time in his life at peace with God & man.
I do recommend the book for it's readability & lessons, however I have it a 4 instead of a 5 because it is not heavy on history, not even as much as a Louis L'Amour novel is...or GA Henty.
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Reviewed in the United States on August 27, 2024
We’ve looked for this book for a while. It came in great condition. Couldn’t be happier.
Reviewed in the United States on April 7, 2024
Wonderful story, beautifully told. Great read for this season of the year.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 25, 2024
This is a must read! I love it! 1000 out of 10 recommend!

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ejlraimom
5.0 out of 5 stars Must read
Reviewed in Canada on August 7, 2024
It is a wonderful book that all of our children have either read or had read to them. It is a beautiful story of letting go of anger and hatred. It is a Christian story in that the main character is able to let go after hearing Jesus speak. The majority of the story centers on the main characters journey into letting a desire for revenge encompass his life and what happens on that path.
Alison S Wale
5.0 out of 5 stars I love this book
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 19, 2019
Read and re-read since my childhood I love this book. I bought this as a gift to pass it on to someone else to love. Which they did.
JMS
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent story for boys
Reviewed in Germany on June 14, 2018
This was an exciting and moving book that I read with my son. Very emotional and very thoughtful on many different levels. Not sure if my 12 year old son could understand at all the levels but it certainly had an impact.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great classic!!
Reviewed in Japan on September 24, 2018
Loved reading the kindle version of this book. Had a few misspellings but maybe that was in the original? Didn’t distract from the story in any way.
Paula Goossen
5.0 out of 5 stars Bronze Bow...Entirely worth it.
Reviewed in Canada on October 27, 2015
I love reading, and when my teacher read this to us in school it right away went on my Wish List. Well I got it, and I never have been sorry. I like how it starts out, how this boy Daniel, (the story is set back in Bible Times) absolutely hates the Romans. Daniel hates them so much that he'll do anything he can to kill every last one of them, so he joins a band up in the mountains that is preparing to kill the Romans one day. While there, Daniel hears about a man named Jesus. Daniel can't figure Jesus out because Jesus teaches to love your enemies, which is the last thing Daniel wants to do. But in the end, something happens that changes Daniel around, and like Jesus teaches, his heart changes, and he can love the Romans after all.
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