Island of the Blue Dolphins
About this book
Story of a young girl abandoned on a small island by her family and her village, and of her fight for survival. The incredible courage, determination and strength of this girl is showcased throughout as she learns to do the things that only the men of her tribe did before, and battles not only the hunters who frequent the island, but also her desperate loneliness as well... Excellent read for kids 11 and older.
Reader Profile
3.9/5 · 354775 readers · 184 pages · ≈ 3 h 24 m · Moderate
How long does it take to read Island of the Blue Dolphins?
About ≈ 3 h 24 m — 184 pages, assuming roughly 250 words per page at 225 words per minute.
How many pages is Island of the Blue Dolphins?
184 pages in its most-read edition.
What genre is Island of the Blue Dolphins?
It sits on the Classics, Historical Fiction, Adventure shelves.
Has Island of the Blue Dolphins been made into a movie or TV show?
Yes — screen adaptations include Island of the Blue Dolphins (1964).
Is Island of the Blue Dolphins in the public domain?
No — it is still under copyright.
Who are the main characters in Island of the Blue Dolphins?
The main characters include Juana Marie (-1853), Karana, Rontu, Tutok.
Where does Island of the Blue Dolphins take place?
It is set in California, Channel Islands (Calif.), Channel Islands during About 1830, 1950-.
Who wrote Island of the Blue Dolphins?
Scott O’Dell.