Hi Jolly!

Hi Jolly! is a juvenile fiction novel by Jim Kjelgaard, published in the late 20th century. It tells the story of Hadji Ali, a young Syrian camel driver who journeys to America and becomes part of the Camel Corps, a unique initiative by the US Army in the 1850s. As Ali faces dangers in the desert, including bandits and harsh conditions, he forms a bond with a camel named Ben Akbar, highlighting themes of courage, determination, and survival. Kjelgaard's research into the real Hi Jolly adds authenticity to this engaging tale set against the backdrop of the American Southwest.