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The Seventymile Kid: The Lost Legacy of Harry Karstens and the First Ascent of Mount McKinley

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Book Synopsis: * A true and complete account of the first successful ascent of Mount McKinley—setting the record straight* The summer of 2013 marks the 100th anniversary of the McKinley's first ascent* Features archival photographs, including rare and never-before-published imagesThe Seventymile Kid tells the remarkable account of Harry Karstens, who was the actual—if unheralded—leader of the Hudson Stuck Expedition that was the first to summit Mount McKinley in Alaska. All but forgotten by history, a young Karstens arrived in the Yukon during the 1897 Gold Rush, gained fame as a dog musher hauling U.S. Mail in Alaska, and eventually became the first superintendent of Mount McKinley National Park (now known as Denali National Park and Preserve). Aided by Karstens's own journals, longtime Denali writer and photographer Tom Walker uncovered archival information about the Stuck climb, and reveals that the Stuck "triumph" was an expedition marred by significant conflict. Without Karstens's wilderness skills and Alaska-honed tenacity, it is quite possible Hudson Stuck would never have climbed anywhere near the summit of McKinley. Yet the two men had a falling out shortly after the climb and never spoke again. In this book, Walker attempts to set the record straight about the historic first ascent itself, as well as other pioneer attempts by Frederick Cook and Judge Wickersham. Fans of Alaska literature, American history, and mountaineering lore will love this adventurous biography of the largerthan-life "sourdough" Karstens, in which Alaska—its wilderness, its iconic mountain, and its pioneer spirit—looms large.

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Are you a fan of Alaska literature, American history, or mountaineering lore? If so, you won't want to miss out on "The Seventymile Kid: The Lost Legacy of Harry Karstens and the First Ascent of Mount McKinley." This gripping book tells the true and complete account of the first successful ascent of Mount McKinley, setting the record straight once and for all. With the 100th anniversary of the climb approaching in the summer of 2013, now is the perfect time to dive into this amazing story.

What sets "The Seventymile Kid" apart from other similar books is its focus on Harry Karstens, the unsung hero of the Hudson Stuck Expedition. Karstens, a young man who arrived in the Yukon during the Gold Rush, played a pivotal role in the first summiting of Mount McKinley. Not only did he become a renowned dog musher hauling U.S. Mail in Alaska, but he also became the first superintendent of what is now known as Denali National Park and Preserve.

Thanks to Karstens's own journals and the meticulous research conducted by author Tom Walker, the true story behind the Stuck climb is revealed. Walker highlights the significant conflict that marked the expedition's triumph, showcasing the wilderness skills and tenacity of Karstens. Without him, it's doubtful that Hudson Stuck would have reached the summit. Unfortunately, a falling out between the two men severed their relationship after the climb, never to be repaired.

If you're seeking adventure, this book offers it in abundance. Discover the breathtaking wilderness of Alaska, the iconic Mount McKinley, and the pioneer spirit that shaped the region in "The Seventymile Kid: The Lost Legacy of Harry Karstens and the First Ascent of Mount McKinley." Don't miss your chance to experience this larger-than-life biography and gain a deeper understanding of one of nature's most awe-inspiring achievements.

Ready to embark on this journey through time and history? Grab your copy of "The Seventymile Kid" today and immerse yourself in the epic tale of Harry Karstens and the first ascent of Mount McKinley.

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