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If you like to read about nature, wildlife, history, justice, science, professional/personal relationships and/or international politics, you have to read this book. You would never believe that a historical novel could be so compelling, but this book proves it from the first chapters through to the end. This is the first Michener novel I have read, and I now know why he is such a respected artist.

The vast, untamed land of Alaska is revealed in awesome majesty. Native peoples of Alaska have spent millions of lifetimes confronting the fearsome elements of destruction - the bitter winds of Mother Nature, the unlimited might of great armies of the world. In a novel that ranges from the near-forgotten past to the highly technological present, from self-defense to self-determination, here is Alaska's emotional and violent history. It is a stirring portrait of a human community living on the edge of the world, claiming a bold heritage of survival against all odds.

I read this book on my first trip to Alaska. Nice historical fiction which gave me more appreciation for the native people & cultures, and the colorful history of this state.

I know this is a great book - but I just couldn't get into it. I bought it because we were traveling to Alaska, but never found the time to read it.

If you like epic novels that while being fiction are still based on historical fact you will love this book and hate that there isn't more to read. This may well be the best book I've ever read.

Hubby gives it an "4" -- says it's well-researched (typical Michener) and kept him turning pages.