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_aTen Thousand Miles with a Dog Sled : _bA Narrative of Winter Travel in Interior Alaska |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2007 |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2007-10-12 | ||
| 508 | _aProduced by Suzanne Lybarger, Brian Janes, Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net and the booksmiths at http://www.eBookForge.net | ||
| 520 | _a"Ten Thousand Miles with a Dog Sled" by Hudson Stuck is a travel narrative written in the early 20th century. The book recounts a series of winter journeys taken with a dog sled through the rugged and sparsely populated interior of Alaska, emphasizing the challenges of the harsh climate and the beauty of the landscapes encountered. Stuck, also known for his climbing achievements, provides insights into the ecosystems, native populations, and the impact of missionary work in the region, connecting personal adventure to broader social issues. The opening of the work sets the stage for Stuck's exploration of Alaska's interior, beginning with his ambitious winter journey planned for the 1905-1906 season. He prepares for the trip from Fairbanks, describing the logistics of traveling by sled over frozen waterways and the importance of his canine team. Stuck's narrative introduces the harsh realities of winter travel, including the risks of overflow water and the challenges posed by severe cold. His attention to detail paints a vivid picture of the landscape while foreshadowing the trials he and his companions will face on their expedition. Through anecdotes regarding their encounters with both the wilderness and the local communities, Stuck lays the groundwork for a captivating tale of adventure, hardship, and reflection in one of the last frontiers of America. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
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| 653 | _aAlaska -- Description and travel | ||
| 653 | _aDogsledding -- Alaska | ||
| 653 | _aStuck, Hudson, 1863-1920 | ||
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