Alone: A Winter in the Woods
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| Rating | : | 4.53 (545 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1927725186 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 298 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2013-06-19 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
A great book for young readers – an adventure story and A great book for young readers – an adventure story and a history lesson wrapped up in one book. The main character, thirteen-year old John, has to fend for himself in the bush. His family expects a great deal from him and trusts in his intelligence, resourcefulness, and initiative – this is an engaging and inspiring book. It kept me hooked and rooting for young John.
Review Rating:
With only a couple of oxen, a pregnant cow, a handful of chickens and his dog to keep him company, everyday tasks become ten times more difficult than they were while Pa was still with him, building their tiny cabin. Meanwhile John's mother has adopted the orphaned Joséphine, who keeps a journal recording the life of the Turners and her own experiences, while the family waits for Pa to return to Adolphustown to escort his wife and young children up the lake to the new settlement once spring allows water traffic to start up again. This historically accurate story of endurance will be equally enjoyed by girls and boys of any age.. Forced to grow up q