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Alaskas Dog Heroes

True Stories of Remarkable Canines
Shelley Gill Illustrated by Robin James
! ! From Shelley Gill, one of the rst women to complete the Iditarod, comes Alaska Dog Heroes: True Stories of Remarkable Canines (Sasquatch Books; February 2014). ! These true dog stories from the last frontier describe remarkable acts of intelligence, stamina, loyalty, and heroism by Balto, Togo, Tekla, Stickeen, and more of Alaskas famous dogs. From traversing mountains in winter with deliveries of life-saving medicine to ghting off bears and nding lost children, each beautifully illustrated and exciting story comes from the pages of Alaskas history. Theres Buddy, a German Shepherd, who led rescuers to his familys burning home and King David, a police dog, who sniffed out and uncovered a young boy trapped beneath the snow. ! These incredible tales illustrate the loyalty and cleverness of mans best friend. Each dog comes alive in lovingly rendered art by Robin James. Dog lovers, Alaska tourists, fans of the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race, teachers, and librarians will enjoy these true stories of Alaskas canine heroes. (MORE)
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About the Author and Illustrator

Shelley Gill was one of the rst women to race in and complete the Iditarod Sled Dog Race. She is the author of many best-selling childrens books on Alaska and the Pacic Northwest. She lives in Homer, Alaska, writing books and working as a humpback whale researcher in Prince William Sound.

Robin James has illustrated more than 80 books, including all of the titles in the popular Serendipity series. She loves illustrating animals and is currently on the board of directors of Greyhound Pets, Inc. A native of the Pacic Northwest, she lives with her husband in Snohomish, Washington, along with a ock of pet chickens, a herd of horses, and a pack of greyhounds.

Alaskas Dog Heroes

True Stories of Remarkable Canines Shelley Gill, illustrations by Robin James
February 2014 $10.99 32 pages Paperback ISBN 978-1-57061-909-0 February 2014 $16.99 32 pages Hardcover ISBN 978-1-57061-947-2 Available wherever ne books are sold. Sasquatch Books 800/775-0817 www.sasquatchbooks.com

Also available:

Danger: The Dog Yard Cat Libby Riddles with Shelley Gill Illustrated by Shannnon Cartwright 978-0-93400-720-7

Kianas Iditarod Shelley Gill Illustrated by Shannnon Cartwright 978-0-57061-589-4

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