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MARY JOYCE: TAKU TO FAIRBANKS, 1,000 MILES BY DOGTEAM

Name: MARY JOYCE: TAKU TO FAIRBANKS, 1,000 MILES BY DOGTEAM
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Book Synopsis: The brave and exciting exploits of "Mary Joyce - Taku to Fairbanks, 1,000 Miles by Dogsled" are described in this book... mostly in her own words. She wrote a manuscript about her trip with her dogteam in 1936. It was never published until now. She was the first white person over a portion of the trail which later became part of the Alcan Highway. Her narrative and descriptions of Alaska's people, dogteams, vast landscapes and dangers encountered on the trail are wrapped in her wry humor and perspectives of the 30's.

Mary was a nurse who moved to Alaska to the Taku Lodge in 1930 aboard a yacht, which also carried lavender bathroom fixtures and a cow. She was a pilot, a stewardess, a musher, a homesteader, a movie actress, a territorial government candidate, and more... and so loved her adopted Alaska. The author, a relative, has included the adventures and photos of her life from the family farm in Baraboo, Wisconsin where she was born until her death in 1976 in Juneau. Mostly all of Mary's clippings, photos and writings have been donated to the "Mary Joyce Collection" in the State of Alaska Library Historical Collections and the Juneau Douglas Museum.

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Discover the incredible story of Mary Joyce and her extraordinary journey from Taku to Fairbanks, covering a whopping 1,000 miles by dogsled. In this captivating book, "Mary Joyce - Taku to Fairbanks, 1,000 Miles by Dogsled," she recounts her brave and thrilling exploits in her own words. Immerse yourself in her vivid narrative as she takes you through the untamed landscapes of Alaska, sharing the struggles, dangers, and triumphs she encountered along the way.

Experience Alaska through Mary's eyes as she beautifully describes its people, breathtaking landscapes, and the unique bond between musher and dogteam. Her wry humor and perspectives from the 30's add charm and depth to her storytelling. Witness her become the first white person to conquer a trail that would later become part of the legendary Alcan Highway.

Mary Joyce's life was one of incredible adventure and resilience. From being a nurse to a pilot, stewardess, homesteader, and even a movie actress, she embraced every opportunity that came her way. She cherished her beloved Alaska and everything it had to offer. The author, a relative of Mary, has painstakingly compiled this book, including fascinating photographs and personal adventures from Mary's early farming years in Baraboo, Wisconsin, to her eventual passing in 1976 in Juneau.

Don't miss out on this unique and captivating slice of history. Order "Mary Joyce - Taku to Fairbanks, 1,000 Miles by Dogsled" today and embark on an unforgettable journey with Mary as your guide.

Order now and experience the exhilaration of one woman's determination and love for Alaska!

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