The Adventures of Kele: Boy of the Rock Shelter

About the Book

This is a continuing saga about Kele, a boy who lived many thousands of years ago in the rugged area now known as Southwest Texas.It is the age of hunter-gatherers, and Kele and his clan must live off the land and what nature provides for them. It is a story involving his family and his difficult journey from their Rock Shelter home in search of a new home in a land far away. It is a story steeped in exciting, and often perilous adventures as the family journeys across new and unfamiliar territory. They must endure the harsh terrain and weather, ravages of wild animals, and their difficult search for shelter and food. Kele is now almost 16 years of age, having proven himself worthy of manhood 4 years ago. He has become the best hunter in his clan, and is a leader among his people. His destiny is yet to be discovered and fulfilled, however, as he discovers along the way.

About the Author

Dr. Ralph E. Jones retired from the U.S. Air Force after a distinguished career of 22 years. He worked in various hospital settings before retiring from the State of Texas as a Health Care Administrator, Counselor, and Psychologist for another 22 years of service. Dr. Jones received many awards, decorations, and allocades during his career; to include Counselor of the Year for the State of Texas and induction into the Hall of Fame with the Texas Association of Addiction Professionals. Included in his four degrees were studies in Anthropology, in which he had always been interested in. These studies served as a basis for fulfilling his desire to be an Avocational Archaeologist. He visited many Archaeology sites throughout the world, and explored many areas pertaining to early man in Southwest Texas. His authored books include Straight Talk: Answers to Questions Young People ask about Alcohol, and The Adventures of Kele, Boy of the Rock Shelter.