The Cruelest Miles, by Gay Salisbury and Laney Salisbury BB47 $24.95
This riveting book tells the stark reality of the epidemic which led to the heroic
race of men and dogs with their precious cargo. This legendary tale is told from
start to finish and helps us all to understand the extraordinary accomplishment
of those who risked their lives to save others.
303 pages (hardcover)
Race Across Alaska, First Woman to Win
the Iditarod Tells Her Story, by Libby Riddles and Tim Jones
BK56 $16.95
Libby Riddles gives a first person account of her historical win of the Iditarod.
Tim Jones explores the history of the trail and celebrates the frontiersmen and
their dogs who braved its dangers.
238 pages (softcover)
One Second To Glory, The Alaska Adventure of Iditarod
Champion Dick Mackey, by Lew Freedman BK48 $16.95
Dick Mackey, one of Alaska's great story tellers, approaches life in the
North as on a continuous adventure. In 1978 Mackey won one of the most
dramatic finishes ever in the Iditarod, crossing the finish line a mere one
second before Rick Swenson. Enjoy the excitement of the adventure as he raced
from Anchorage to Nome.
228 pages (softcover)
The Universe of Sled Dogs, by Andre Pilon BB83 $24.95
This book was written because Andre wanted to share with others his
admiration for the working sled dog and provide current information on the
sport of sledding. It contains extensive information on equipment, training,
traveling with dogs as well as nutrition and health information.
304 pages (softcover)
Polar Dream, by Helen Thayer
BB42 $15.95
The personal story of adventurer Helen Thayer's solo ski trek to the
magnetic North Pole, accompanied by her husky Charley. At the age of 50, she
was the first woman to do it. This is an adventure story and a tale of true
love between a human and an animal.
254 pages (softcover)
Father of the Iditarod, The Joe Reddington Story,
by Lew Freedman BB71 $16.95
In 1971 Joe Reddington had the wild idea of an 1,100 mile race from
Anchorage to Nome. Reddington revived interest in sled dogs, built a kennel
that turned out dynasties of Iditarod champion sled dogs and changed the face
of Alaska forever.
352 pages, 75 photos (softcover)
Honest Dogs, by Brian Patrick O'Donoghue BB72 $16.95
"A story of Triumph and Regret from the World's Toughest Sled Dog Race".
The author sees his youth slipping away and yearns for one more challenge. He
competes in the 1998 Yukon Quest, and although he finished last a few years
before in the Iditarod, he sets off with his fourteen huskies to see if he and
his team have the stuff to be contenders. His strategies, hopes and
disappointments take us on an astonishing journey.
352 pages, 75 photographs (softcover)
A Dog Puncher on the Yukon, by Arther Walden BK57 $19.95
Originally published in 1928, Walden's narrative has not diminished in
impact or historical significance. This harrowing tale is the story of a dog
musher during the Klondike and Nome gold rushes. One of the most exciting books
written about dog mushing or the great gold rush.
289 pages (softcover)
Iditarod Dreams, by Dee Dee Jonrowe and Lew Freedman
BB31 $13.95
Experience the drama and adventure of the Iditarod Trail in this personal
account of a year in the life of Dee Dee Jonrowe. It is about a special bond
between a woman and her dogs and about the astonishing measure of skill and
stamina required to compete in the Iditarod. Share her thoughts and reactions
as each race unfolds and her reflections.
190 pages (softcover)
Running North, a Yukon Adventure,
by Ann Mariah Cook BB60 $12.95
Ann Cook, her husband George, their three year old daughter and their
Siberian Huskies moved from the comfort of their New Hampshire home to Alaska
to train their team for the world's toughest dogsled race, the Yukon Quest.
This true story reveals two thrilling adventures, one among the racers braving
the Yukon and the other among the people they leave behind.
312 pages (softcover)
Winterdance, The Fine Madness of Running the Iditarod, by Gary Paulsen
BK62 $15.00
We don't think you'll be able to put this one down. Gary paints pictures
with words that are hard to forget and often more real than we'd like to
admit. Experience dogs, winter and the Iditarod in the humorous manner that
only Gary can describe.
256 pages (softcover)
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