The Bravest Dog Ever: The True Story of Balto
Natalie Standiford
(Author)
Donald Cook
(Illustrator)
Description
Illus. in full color. "A compelling account, told in easy-to-read format, ofa sled dog who led his team over 53 miles of Alaska wilderness to deliver
medicine during an outbreak of diphtheria in 1925. Cook's softly colored
illustrations enhance the drama of a proud and heroic story that young readers
are sure to enjoy."-- "School Library Journal.
"
Product Details
Price
$5.99
$5.57
Publisher
Random House Books for Young Readers
Publish Date
October 17, 1989
Pages
48
Dimensions
6.4 X 9.02 X 0.15 inches | 0.23 pounds
Language
English
Type
Paperback
EAN/UPC
9780394896953
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About the Author
Natalie Standiford was born and raised in Baltimore, Maryland, but now lives in New York City. She plays bass in the rock bands Tiger Beat (featuring fellow YA writers Libba Bray, Dan Ehrenhaft, and Barney Miller) and Ruffian. Find out more at her web site: www.nataliestandiford.com.
Reviews
"A compelling account, told in easy-to-read format, of a sled dog who led his team over 53 miles of Alaska wilderness to deliver medicine during an outbreak of diphtheria in 1925. Cook's softly colored illustrations enhance the drama of a proud and heroic story that young readers are sure to enjoy."--School Library Journal.
