In this tale set in Neolithic Siberia, seventeen-year old Liok becomes the shaman for his tribe. His new and innovative ways, based on reason rather than magic, bring him into conflict with the customs of his tribe.

• ISBN: 9780517502631
• Author: Linevski, A..
• Published: 1974
• Themes: Social life and customs
• Descriptors: Historical Fiction, Mildred L. Batchelder Award, Russia, Young Adult (ages 14-18)
• No. of pages: 230