I just finished this book and was sorry it had to come to an end. It was both exhilarating and touching. The author describes the wilderness areas of Alaska as I've never seen them described before. It's very obvious that this is where his heart is. He starts out with his "soul mate" Melissa, who soon learns that this extreme way of life is something she can't cope with. He ends up with just his small son, some sled dogs, and his burning need to build a home here, many miles from the rest of civilization. Be sure to stay warm and cozy while you're reading it. Non-fiction at its best!

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