Winterdance

The Fine Madness of Running the Iditarod

By: Gary Paulsen

Narrated by: Danny Campbell

Fueled by a passion for running dogs, Gary Paulsen entered the Iditarod - the 1,180-mile sled-dog race through the Alaskan wilderness - in dangerous ignorance and with a fierce determination. For 17 days, he and his team of dogs endured blinding wind, snowstorms, frostbite, dogfights, moose attacks, sleeplessness, hallucinations - and the relentless push to go on.

Winterdance is the enthralling account of a "stunning wilderness journey of discovery and transformation" (Chicago Tribune), lived and told by "the best author of man-against-nature adventures writing today" (Publishers Weekly).

©1994 Gary Paulsen (P)2019 Tantor

Vivid and entertaining story

Wonderful story and the narrator did a great job bringing it to life. Would recommend for all ages.

A great story of courage and love

I read Winterdance decades ago. Listening to the story brought back to me why I had loved the book so much. Gary ran the Iditarod out of love, not to make money. The modern race includes some very unfortunate stories of abuse to the magnificent animals who run the race. Gary's story is one of respect and caring for his dogs. He is an amazing writer. Narration was excellent. I highly recommend this book!

love it

If you love dogs and the wild and crazy running of the Iditarod you will love this book. The lead dog is amazing and the pulling power of the dog team is unbelievable. These dogs are so adapted to the climate that even subzero weather doesn't faze them. There are so many dangers and wild times.

A glimpse of the unimaginable!

A great story of a man’s love of dogs and dog racing. I enjoyed this book written about a man who only begins to shadow the intestinal fortitude, determination and sacrifice that must be present to enter The Great Race. The bond felt with his team, and the over whelming obsession that is racing is tangible and will be enjoyed by anyone who loves dogs and has a competitive spirit.

Plan to read again!

I loved this book! It felt like you were along beside Gary Paulson on the sled! I looked forward each day to getting back in the sled. Great details and stories of his true life experiences. Funny, sad, and shocking at times. Not going to spoil it, but the ending...left me thinking for several days. I plan to read this book again. I think it one of Paulson's best!