The steel-gray Husky Chiri was just a puppy when he watched the black wolf kill his mother and two brothers. Left alone inthe snow-covered land oof the coyote, caribou, and gizzly, Chiri learned to fend for himself, to hunt and survive by his keen instinct and natural intelligence. Now full-grown and full of courage and cunning, Chiri forms a tentative bond with trapper Link Stevens, the only human he's ever learned to trust. But the Husky knows that one day soon he will have to face the black wolf again--and this time only one of them will survive.
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The steel-gray Husky Chiri was just a puppy when he watched the black wolf kill his mother and two brothers. Left alone inthe snow-covered land oof the coyote, caribou, and gizzly, Chiri learned to fend for himself, to hunt and survive by his keen instinct and natural intelligence. Now full-grown and full of courage and cunning, Chiri forms a tentative bond with trapper Link Stevens, the only human he's ever learned to trust. But the Husky knows that one day soon he will have to face the black wolf again--and this time only one of them will survive.
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The steel-gray Husky Chiri was just a puppy when he watched the black wolf kill his mother and two brothers. Left alone inthe snow-covered land oof the coyote, caribou, and gizzly, Chiri learned to fend for himself, to hunt and survive by his keen instinct and natural intelligence. Now full-grown and full of courage and cunning, Chiri forms a tentative bond with trapper Link Stevens, the only human he's ever learned to trust. But the Husky knows that one day soon he will have to face the black wolf again--and this time only one of them will survive.
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32 of 32 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
Exciting frontier tale featuring a fearless husky,
By Matt Hetling "Matt" (Bethel, ME USA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Snow Dog (Bantam Skylark Book) (Paperback)
This adventure story, like many of Kjelgaard's, centers around a noble canine that lives by the rough and tumble code of the frontier. Chiri is a half wild husky dog, and Link is the lonely trapper who befriends him. We follow the husky as he grows from a young pup, orphaned after a vicious attack by a black wolf.
The descriptions of the landscape and wildlife betray an intimate knowledge of the northern woods, and the life of the trapper Link bears the same whiff of authenticity. The natural settings help a young person to develop an appreciation for nature, and for where humans belong in the scheme of things. There are also lessons about trust and honor, and other values that are desirable. The action scenes are plentiful and exciting, and the heroes of all species use their strength and cunning to overcome all obstacles. The book is in the tradition of White Fang, but is written in a more straightforward manner that should be pleasing to younger readers as well as adults who appreciate the crisp style of a Louis Lamour tale. If you're already a fan of Kjelgaard's writing, you should consider this to be one of his best works.
20 of 20 people found the following review helpful:
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Revisiting my youth,
By Read a Lot (West Virginia USA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Snow Dog (Bantam Skylark Book) (Paperback)
I am a 50ish woman and Jim Kjelgaard was my favorite writer when I was a young reader. I found I could get his books and ordered Snow Dog and Wild Trek. As an adult I still find the writing to be better than average compared to many current best selling authors. I enjoyed reading Snow Dog and am looking forward to reading Wild Trek (which was my favorite book).
Reading Kjelgaards books, and other books about the outdoors and wilderness adventures, probably contributed to my life long love of the outdoors and my interest in the environment and conservation. I am glad to see young readers are still enjoying his books
11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:
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It was a great book!,
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This review is from: Snow Dog (Bantam Skylark Book) (Paperback)
Snow Dog was a wonderful story of a dog's loyalty and courage in his final battle with his long-time arch enemy, the Black Wolf. Kjelgaard was at his peak when he wrote of the inspiring life and love of Link Stevens and Chiri.
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The north wind blew low across the snow fields, carrying powder snow before it and piling it on the drifts that lay like long, shadowed fingers in the lee of every tiny rise. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
big gray dog, belt axe, black wolf, snowshoe trail, pack mates, snow dog, big female, moose meat, gray wolves, four dogs Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
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The north wind blew low across the snow fields, carrying powder snow before it and piling it on the drifts that lay like long, shadowed fingers in the lee of every tiny rise. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
big gray dog, belt axe, black wolf, snowshoe trail, pack mates, snow dog, big female, moose meat, gray wolves, four dogs Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Link Stevens, Two-Bird Cabin, Alex Chirikov New!
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Front Cover | Table of Contents | First Pages | Back Cover | Surprise Me!
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- Big Red by Jim Kjelgaard in Front Matter
- The Paperback Covers of Robert McGinnis (Paul Langmuir Books) by Art Scott on page 81
- Honey for a Child's Heart by Gladys Hunt on page 181
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