Description
These five captivating tales are real-life stories of animals who made a mark in Alaska history. Young readers will love Stikeen, the little dog who traversed glaciers with famed naturalist John Muir; Mark and Hannah, the intrepid mules who helped Pass judgement on James Wickersham try to scale Mt. McKinley; and Margie, a feisty malamute who was a mother on an expedition to explore the traditional volcanoes of the Aleutian Islands.
?Sumptuously illustrated by award-winning artist Jon Van Zyle and peppered with historical footage, this engaging book will delight readers of every age. Bonuses come with a couple of historical anecdotes and a listing of places to talk over with.