Books matching: alaskan wilderness
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Save:'Tisha' by Robert Specht is a true story set in the Alaskan wilderness in the 1920s, following the journey of a young schoolteacher named Anne Hobbs. Anne faces numerous challenges, from harsh environmental conditions to dealing with bigotry and prejudice from the residents of the small town of Chicken. Despite the hardships she endures, Anne remains steadfast in her beliefs, advocating for education for all, including native Inuit children, and standing up against discrimination and injustice. provides a poignant and eye-opening account of Anne's struggles, triumphs, and the complexities of frontier life in Alaska during a time of significant change.
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Save:The Snow Child by Eowyn Ivey is a tale set in 1920s Alaska, following a childless couple, Mabel and Jack, who find a new chance at family when a mysterious young girl, Faina, appears in the snowy wilderness. The novel beautifully blends magical realism with themes of love, loss, and hope, drawing inspiration from Russian folklore to create a captivating and emotional narrative. Ivey's writing style is described as poetic and dreamlike, evoking the harsh yet enchanting Alaskan landscape while delving into the characters' inner struggles and desires.
Mabel was too long at the window. The raven had since flown away above the treetops. The sun had slipped behind a mountain, and the light had fallen flat. The branches were bare, the grass yellowed gr... - #3
Save:"Braving it: A Father, a Daughter, and an Unforgettable Journey into the Alaskan Wild" by James Campbell narrates the captivating story of a father and his teenage daughter embarking on multiple adventurous trips to the Alaskan wilderness. Through building a cabin, trapping, hunting, and canoeing down the Hulahula River, the author beautifully captures the essence of Alaska's raw wilderness and the challenges faced in such extreme conditions. The writing style is engaging, with vivid descriptions that transport the reader to the Alaskan landscapes, while also delving into the evolving relationship between the father and daughter as they navigate through the untamed beauty of the Alaskan wild.
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Save:'Shadows on the Koyukuk: An Alaskan Native's Life Along the River' by Jim Reardon and Sidney Huntington is a captivating autobiography that delves into the life of Sidney Huntington, born in 1915, and his experiences living along the Koyukuk River in northern Alaska. The book is organized thematically, focusing on the Native half of Sidney's family heritage and highlighting the pioneer life in early Alaskan history. Through compelling storytelling, the authors shed light on Sidney's childhood, his courageous mother, and the challenges of life in the cold Alaskan wilderness among the Athapaskans. Readers are taken on a spellbinding journey through Sidney's adventures of trapping, hunting, and navigating the harsh conditions of the Arctic, providing a unique insight into a bygone era of Alaska.
Shortly after 1900, Klondike gold rusher James S. Huntington wandered down the Yukon River, where he met and married Anna, a Koyukon daughter of the land. Their son Sidney has now lived for nearly a c... - #5
Save:'She Went All the Way' by Meg Cabot is a light contemporary romance novel featuring Louise Lou Calabrese, an award-winning screenwriter, and Jack Townshend, an A-list actor who stars in a movie franchise that Lou writes. The two find themselves stranded in the Alaskan wilderness after a helicopter crash, navigating blizzard conditions and assassins with nothing but movie lore and luck to survive. The book is described as incredulous but fun, the perfect kind of escapist novel with a plot that includes elements of action, romance, and humor.
The story revolves around the evolving relationship between Lou and Jack, who initially despise each other but are forced to rely on each other for survival. The plot is fast-paced, filled with witty dialogue, exaggerated characters typical of Hollywood, and a mix of suspense and romance. Meg Cabot's writing style is praised for being entertaining, humorous, and engaging, making the book a quick and enjoyable read.
Hindenburg stars’ red-hot romance sparks controversy: Actors Bruno di Blase and Greta Woolston wed in media firestorm. . . It blossomed on the set of Hindenburg, last year’s mega-movie blockbuster, wh... - #6
Save:'Under the Northern Lights' by S.C. Stephens is a romance novel set in the Alaskan wilderness, where Mallory and Michael find themselves stranded together in a cabin. The story follows their journey of survival, love, and self-discovery as they navigate the challenges of their isolation and the dangers of the harsh environment. The writing style captures the beauty of the wilderness, the evolving relationship between the characters, and the emotional depth of their experiences.
Eagerness surged through me as I stared at the bright-yellow Piper Super Cub waiting patiently for me on a bed of crisp white snow. I was dying to get the small plane into the air, feel the rush and f... 'The Sun Is a Compass' by Caroline Van Hemert is a memoir of her incredible journey covering over 4,000 miles from Washington state to northern Alaska through hiking, skiing, and pack rafting. As a field biologist, Van Hemert intertwines her personal experiences with her scientific research, particularly focusing on migration patterns. The narrative captures the challenges and close calls faced by the author during her adventurous expedition, making it an engaging and inspiring read for those interested in wilderness exploration and personal growth.
I haven’t always loved the outdoors. But as a kid growing up in Alaska, there was no escaping its offerings or denying the fact that the forty-ninth state, with its coarse manners and vast acreage, wa...- #8
Save:'Two Cabins, One Lake' by Shaye Marlow is a humorous Alaskan romance novel that follows the story of Helly, a fishing guide and erotic author living in a secluded cabin in the Alaskan wilderness. When her peaceful life is disrupted by the arrival of a loud and attractive neighbor named Gary, along with her crazy brothers, chaos ensues. The book features enemies to lovers plot, steamy scenes, hilarious interactions, and unexpected twists, all set in a cozy and adventurous environment.
The writing style of 'Two Cabins, One Lake' is described as easy-flowing, engaging, and filled with realistic dialogue that keeps the readers hooked. The story is packed with creative vengeance, interesting characters, and a touch of mystery and suspense, making it a delightful and entertaining read for fans of enemies to lovers romances set in cold climates.
My alarm went off two hours later. As I lay there, blinking into the bluish glow of predawn coming through the window, my desire to hurt somebody was strong as ever. Ah, who was I kidding? ‘Somebod... - #9
Save:In "Winds of Skilak" by Bonnie Rose Ward, readers are taken on a captivating journey of true grit, true love, and survival in the Alaskan wilderness. The book follows Bonnie and her husband Sam as they leave their Ohio home to start a new life on a tiny island on Skilak Lake in Alaska. Through beautifully written memoir, readers are immersed in the couple's 15-year wilderness adventure, facing isolation, sub-freezing temperatures, and the challenges of living off the land without modern amenities.
Sam removed his coat and hat and hung them on the coat rack by the front door. When he turned and faced me, his smile disappeared. The muscles in his face pulled taut and his eyes bored into mine. “We... - #10
Save:'Swift to Chase' by Laird Barron is a collection of interconnected short stories that take place in an Alaskan region, weaving together a narrative that blurs the lines between myth and reality. The central theme revolves around characters facing dark and frightening forces, set in a universe that is both familiar and unfamiliar, where cosmic horror meets existentialism.
The book explores the Alaskan wilderness, Washington State, and Montana, delving into Barron's signature mythologies and transhuman races with heightened powers. The stories are described as a blend of horror, science fiction, and folklore, with characters reappearing across different tales, creating a sense of interconnectedness and mystery.
Near dusk a trucker dropped me at a tavern in Screaming Elk, MT, population 333. A bunch of locals had gathered to shoot pool and drown their sorrows in tap beer. CNN aired an hour-long feature on sur...
