In Malamute Man: Memoirs of an Arctic Traveler, Joe Henderson, who came to Alaska in search of adventure, finds himself on a remarkable journey exploring the Arctic with his Alaskan malamute sled dog team. He ventures into one of the most brutal environments on earth where extreme subzero temperatures are a constant reminder of mortality, and the will to survive is unselfishly shared by both man and dog. Together, they must fend off charging grizzly bears, endure powerful blizzards, and suffer the horror of plunging through thin ice. Joe's gripping tales of perseverance and his fearless, free-spirited dogs are both humorous and astonishing.
In A Solo 40-Day Sojourn in Alaska's Arctic, Joe G Henderson, takes you on his remarkable 40-day journey exploring the arctic. With his Alaskan malamute dog team Joe shares his astounding photographs and inspirational insights. He ventures into one of the most brutal environments on earth where extreme subzero temperatures are a constant reminder of mortality, and the will to survive is unselfishly shared by both man and dog. Together they break trail and climb mountain passes into unnamed territories of the most remote regions of the arctic.
"Joe G Henderson has been exploring Alaska’s Arctic and Polar regions with a dog team for nearly 40 years. This book is a journal by Joe during his 53-day dogsled expedition in what he calls “Alaska’s Badlands.” He has also written several books about his solo expeditions and Alaskan malamute traveling companions. After four decades of working with Alaskan malamutes and traveling where no team has ever traveled in recorded history, Joe has acquired vast knowledge and understanding of the Arctic environment and one of the most ancient dog breeds, the Alaskan malamute. He hopes these books inspires others to seek wilderness and explore God’s amazing creation."--Back cover
Every year, Sleepers assembles a motley crue of new and established (but mostly new - mostly never heard of) writers for their critically acclaimed collection of short fiction (with occasional miscellany): The Sleepers Almanac. This year sees new stories from people the eds had previously not heard of, including the incredibly talented likes of Isabelle Li and Julie Koh. But there are names that might be familiar, too, to those who love short stories: Brad Bryant, Pierz Newton-John, or Sian Prior, perhaps better known for her journalism, but proving that she knows how to wrangle a story too. What makes the Almanac different is its breadth. The Almanac, which focuses on new and emerging authors, is the result of a slush-pile read, where writers from all over the country have been encouraged to send in stories up to 10,000 words long.
A relationship with an Alaskan Malamute is one that many envy, few can understand, and none can touch. Those living with this breed understand it is not an obligation, more than a responsibility, and greater than any other commitment-theirs is a way of life. This is the story of Noah-a proud seal and white Malamute-and the impact he made on the lives around him. Detailing what it is like to live with this rare breed of the arctic, all the wonderful (and sometimes not so wonderful) moments are here that would be of interest to anyone with paw prints on their heart. Hoping to positively contribute to the betterment of both humans and animals by raising awareness of the mutual bonds we share, this work explores the many lessons that can be learned from our canine companions. What readers are saying: "With passionate intensity, Tommy Williams succeeds in what he sets out to do: to record "what it's like to share one's life with a creature of the Arctic." And what a creature Noah was! "With the power and fury of an avalanche," Williams writes, "Noah descended upon my life." Having been swept away by malamute avalanches, I found Williams's depiction of the experience startlingly familiar and deeply moving. If your love for an individual dog has ever been so profound and so transformative that you have fallen under the thrall of an entire breed, then this marvelous book is for you. If you have ever loved a dog, you will love this book." - Susan Conant "If you've ever tried to explain to someone the relationship you have with your dog, or why your Malamute is more than "just a dog", you should have this book on your bookshelf- it has the words for you." - Ian Luke "Tommy has captured the essence of what it is like to share your life with an Alaskan Malamute." - DruAnne Martin "This is one of the best books I have read." - Marcia Barnes And to keep me humble... "This is hands down one of the worst books I've ever read." - JMR While this book may not be what some expect or want it to be, I can assure all it is exactly what I set out to write-The journey I shared with Malko's Never A Prisoner, Noah. Some of the material may be outside of the reader's comfort zone, but it is important to recognize what Carradine notes: "The quest for enlightenment is dangerous to the caterpillar but essential to the butterfly."
An exciting behind the scenes glimpse of what its like to survive an Arctic dogsled expedition in the dead of winter- the most brutal time of year. This is the real deal-written on the trail! Complete with digital photography and excerpts from Joe's journal. Now we have the opportunity to go behind the scenes of Joe's historic expeditions and travel with him. He leads us past the incomprehensible human sufferings from his day-to-day struggles on the Arctic trail to a place of resolved strength as he reveals his secret of enduring the worst scenarios imaginable. With 30 years of experience, Joe has acquired an enormous amount of knowledge about living and traveling in the Arctic. Someday he hopes to pass down his expertise to inspire other explorers. This book, is just the beginning of Joe's journey to fulfill this hope. Many times Joe and his team have broken trails where no dog team has ever traveled in recorded history. During his dozens of multi-month, unassisted (without resupply) Arctic expeditions, Joe and his dogs have accomplished feats of strength and developed trail breaking abilities that many have thought to be impossible. But it is not by accident that they have excelled in these outstanding achievements. Joe has been training dogs his entire life and has devised a strategy to draw out the essential elements that enhance a dog's natural prowess, passion, strength and tough mindedness.
