Winterdance
The Fine Madness of Running the Iditarod
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272 pages · Released Feb 17, 1995 · Harvest Books
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Winterdance is Paulsen's memoir of competing in the grueling 1,150-mile Iditarod sled-dog race, offering readers authentic adventure, perseverance, and respect for nature and animals. The account is physically demanding and includes some harsh winter conditions and animal hardship, but is ultimately inspirational and educational about a remarkable human achievement. Paulsen's direct, honest writing style and passion for dogs and the sport make this engaging for older middle-grade and young teens interested in sports, dogs, and personal challenge.
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Fueled by a passion for running dogs, Gary Paulsen entered the Iditarod, the 1150-mile winter sled-dog race between Anchorage and Nome, in dangerous ignorance and with fierce determination. Winterdance is his account of this seventeen-day battle against Nature's worst elements and his own frailty. Fueled by a passion for running dogs, Gary Paulsen entered the Iditarod, the 1150-mile winter sled-dog race between Anchorage and Nome, in dangerous ignorance and with fierce determination. Winterdance is his account of this seventeen-day battle against Nature's worst elements and his own frailty.
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- Iditarod (Race)
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- Alaska Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race
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- Dog racing
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ISBN 9780156001458 · Harvest Books