The old Man and The Boy - Ruark
No doubt, this and the second installment "The Old Mans Boy Grows Older" are the absolute best, especially for a kid. I love some JB as well but these along with Capstick are my personal favorites. Reminds me of growing up with my grandfather.
Everyone should read these at 13-14 and again every few years thereafter. I just picked mine up again while I was stuck in the house with the flu. A good book will transport your mind. And these will sneak in a few lessons while you think you're just enjoying the story.
The Old Duck Hunters trilogy is pretty good, too (Gordon MacQuarrie.)
