in the book the light in the forest what is true sons most outstanding qualitie

True Son is determined to be a strong, brave, honorable Indian male. Masculinity is thus an important ideal in the novel: Female characters figure only in minor ways, but True Son has deep and even volatile relations with other males. When he compares his two fathers, Cuyloga is described as vigorous, manly and capable, while Mr. Butler seems weak and lacking authority.