Shannon Cartwright is a celebrated Alaskan artist and children’s book illustrator whose work has introduced generations of readers to the landscapes, wildlife, and culture of…
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They don’t make cookbooks like this anymore! This small cookbook is the absolute best! It is a shame that it is now out of print.…
Tisha: The Story of a Young Teacher in the Alaskan Wilderness is a compelling memoir written by Robert Specht, based on the true experiences of…
Among Grizzlies is a memoir by Timothy Treadwell, co-written with Jewel Palovak, which was published in 1997, and chronicles Treadwell’s experiences living among grizzly bears…
This is a gem of a book and one of my favorite Alaska memoirs. Lunch at Toad River: Moving to Alaska by Sally Lesh, published…
The late great Gordon R. Nelson, a retired Alaska State Trooper, was renowned for his contributions to Alaskan culinary literature. His cookbooks are celebrated for…
Two in the Far North, published in 1962, is a captivating memoir by Margaret E. Murie that recounts her adventurous life in the Alaskan wilderness.…
Here are ten classic books that capture the essence of Alaska, its rugged landscape, and the spirit of its people: White Fang by Jack London…
Two Old Women by Velma Wallis is a powerful and unique book that stands out for several reasons: 1. Rooted in Indigenous Storytelling: The book…
Pilgrim’s Wilderness: A True Story of Faith and Madness on the Alaska Frontier by Tom Kizzia is a gripping non-fiction account of the Pilgrim family and…