The award-winning creator of popular survival stories turns his attention to his own real life adventures in Minnesota and Alaska as he prepares for the grueling Iditarod sled dog race. "The lure of the wilderness is always a potent draw, and Paulsen evokes its mysteries as well as anyone has since Jack London." (The Horn Book)
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"I thought this book was great. I could put it down when I needed or wanted to, but it was a very good book. Gary Paulson writes just like Louis L'Amour, and he does not care how gruesome his writing is. Overall, I really enjoyed this book and recommend it to anyone who is looking for a good read."
— Tristen (5 out of 5 stars)
" This book is so good for student to read. They also get to put it to real life by following the Iditarod every year in Alaska "
— Michelle, 1/12/2017" I loved every minute of the book Woodsong it was very interesting and very good. I enjoyed every minute of it and I hope everyone who reads it will enjoy it as much as I did!!!!!!!!!!!! "
— Zander, 2/15/2014" great little auto bio by Gary Paulsen reminded me so much of a Jack London novel! "
— Ezekiel, 2/10/2014" Is that Gary Paulsen really wanted to win the dog race but he went through some tough times but still didn't quit even though he didn't win but to me it was great! "
— Saran, 2/1/2014" it was a really good book "
— Joe, 2/1/2014" This was my favorite book when I was like 12. "
— Amy, 1/28/2014" The first half was just recolections of the lessons the guy lerned form his sled dogs. At first they were really interesting, but after a while they got rather boring. When he got to the part where he races the Iditarod, it got more interesting. This book over all was good, it taught you a lot. "
— Sarah, 1/24/2014" I hated it.I was forced to read it because my class was. "
— Vanessa, 1/18/2014" This book is what I've been wanting to read in my English class. The book really appeals to me. If you like to read about hunting and a sled dog race then you'll love this book. This is the best book I've ever read in school. "
— Chase, 1/17/2014" One of my favorite reads from author and Iditarod racer, Gary Paulsen. "
— Kalie, 1/16/2014" I like how he talked about what it was like with just him and the dogs in the wilderness. Then he would remember good memories about his family. He would always talk about his crazy hen Hawk and how she attacked everyone.Over all I would recommend everyone to read this book. "
— Desaray, 1/8/2014" THis book is very good because it's cute and for all I know seems like a true story. I wouldf recommend this book. "
— Liam, 12/28/2013" A very short book that I listened to. It tell of true experiences of Gary Paulsen in Alaska and is read by the author himself. Most of it tells of his Iditarod experience which is fascinating but I wish it would have been a little longer with more info. Good book. "
— Joanne, 12/21/2013" This book has this freaky scene involving a flock of birds. I can't remember what it's about, but I remember having to hide the book and being afraid to go to sleep after reading it. "
— Allison, 12/12/2013" Beautiful read. Paulsen's personal experiences in nature are very poetic and real at the same time. Great Boy read. "
— Mr., 10/28/2013" Me and my 11-year-old son read this book at the same time. I'm really glad I read it. His relationship with and observation of animals is fascinating. I have a much better understand of the hardships involved with running the iditarod. "
— Laurie, 10/14/2013" Gary Paulsen tells the story of his relationship with his dogs and his first Iditarod. The book seemed somewhat disjointed to me, especially when he goes from talking about the dogs and then starts in on the Iditarod with no buildup about getting there. Just so-so. "
— Deb, 9/30/2013" This was the first Gary Paulsen book I read and the day by day account of his Iditarod experience is riveting. "
— L, 9/30/2013" this is a really hardship book "
— Admilson, 8/14/2013" I love all of his books about dogsledding. He has such a natural storytelling way, very unassuming. I feel like a kid again when I read his books. I laughed, I cringed, I exhilarated with the dogs reading this book. A good book for an afternoon read. "
— Kathy, 8/2/2013" Stories/vignettes of Paulsen's adventures. It's easy to see where he gets his ideas for his books after reading this. "
— Kelly, 3/21/2013" I would highly recommend this book for anyone who likes to read. It as a very nice plot about a man and his dog sled team. For me it is the perfect length for a book and takes about 2 hours to read. If you decide to read it enjoy. "
— Zac, 5/7/2012" Paulsen uses his experiences of dogsledding and the grueling Iditerod well in this book that shows the adventure and threat of this sport. His relationship with his dogs and the grit he had to show to endure the race makes the narrative riveting. "
— Sandra, 10/18/2011" I didn't enjoy this as much as Paulsen's other books (of which I have only read fiction) because the narrative was a series of vignettes loosely connected by the theme of running sled dogs. It was still an interesting look at this topic, but could have been developed in a more entertaining way. "
— Amy, 7/26/2011" Evocative and fascinating, Paulsen has a unique lens into the wilderness. "
— Brian, 6/25/2011" Brain has to do what he did in Hatchet again,he has to!! Read the book to find out why!!!!! "
— Thomas, 5/23/2011" I loved this book almost as much as brian's winter...you totally feel for the kid, and really just want to give him a hug at the end! "
— Sara, 5/20/2011" It was a good and exciting book. Its a good short read for people who like a good ending and iteresting read "
— Coltan, 5/6/2011" This book is a sequel to Hatchet. Again Brian's bravery and determination is what pulls him through. I love this book and it is equally as good as Hatchet. Brian's intelligence is evident in his survival skills. "
— Irene, 4/22/2011" The sequel to Hatchet; I found this a year or so later, and I was hooked by the end of the first chapter: "We want you to do it again." "
— Julia, 4/20/2011" I have read the other books in this series and it only got better with The River. I was surprised that he was accompanied on this trip, and not only has he fought for his own survival, he now has fought to keep his partner alive! "
— Vanessa, 4/20/2011" Certainly not as good as Hatchet but still a fantastic read for anyone who likes the outdoors. "
— Quinn, 4/15/2011" I really loved this book, I really really recommends this book to anyone who love action and live or die situations in books. It has a very good hook in the beginning and get very inserting in every chapter. "
— Michelle, 4/14/2011" This is the sequel to “Hatchet,” and it’s every bit as exciting. "
— Christy, 4/14/2011" I thought that this was a very good book and i would recommend it to anyone "
— Zack, 4/5/2011" I think I would not be able to ride down a river on on raft, and make it to the trading post with bearly any sleep. At first when Derek got hit by lightning I thought dead like the poilt in the book Hatchet. I wish I could surive like that. (I've never been in the wild like Brian.) "
— Caleb, 4/1/2011" Not that good. Hatchet was a lot better, but this is a definitely a good book to read if you liked Hatchet. "
— Callen, 3/15/2011" Another good follow up to Hatchet. Great adventure! "
— Alexxa, 3/9/2011Gary Paulsen Gary Paulsen is the distinguished author of many critically acclaimed books for young people, including three Newbery Honor Books: The Winter Room, Hatchet, and Dogsong. He won the Margaret A. Edwards Award given by the ALA for his lifetime achievement in young adult literature. He divides his time between his home in Alaska, his ranch in New Mexico, and his sailboat on the Pacific Ocean