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Marooned in the Arctic: The True Story of Ada Blackjack, the "Female Robinson Crusoe" (15) (Women of Action)

Name: Marooned in the Arctic: The True Story of Ada Blackjack, the "Female Robinson Crusoe" (15) (Women of Action)
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Book Synopsis: A Notable Social Studies Trade Book for Young People 2017 In 1921, four men ventured into the Arctic for a top-secret expedition: an attempt to claim uninhabited Wrangel Island in northern Siberia for Great Britain. With the men was a young Inuit woman named Ada Blackjack, who had signed on as cook and seamstress to earn money to care for her sick son. Conditions soon turned dire for the team when they were unable to kill enough game to survive. Three of the men tried to cross the frozen Chukchi Sea for help but were never seen again, leaving Ada with one remaining team member who soon died of scurvy. Determined to be reunited with her son, Ada learned to survive alone in the icy world by trapping foxes, catching seals, and avoiding polar bears. After she was finally rescued in August 1923, after two years total on the island, Ada became a celebrity, with newspapers calling her a real “female Robinson Crusoe.” The first young adult book about Blackjack’s remarkable story, Marooned in the Arctic includes sidebars on relevant topics of interest to teens, including the use cats on ships, the phenomenon known as Arctic hysteria, and aspects of Inuit culture and beliefs. With excerpts from diaries, letters, and telegrams; historic photos; a map; source notes; and a bibliography, this is an indispensible resource for any young adventure lover, classroom, or library.

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Are you ready for an incredible true story of survival against all odds? Marooned in the Arctic: The True Story of Ada Blackjack, the "Female Robinson Crusoe," will captivate your imagination and leave you in awe. This book, deemed a Notable Social Studies Trade Book for Young People in 2017, takes you on a thrilling journey into the icy world of the Arctic.

Join Ada Blackjack, a courageous young Inuit woman, as she embarks on a top-secret expedition to claim uninhabited Wrangel Island for Great Britain. As the cook and seamstress of the team, Ada's journey quickly takes a perilous turn, spiraling her into a battle for survival like no other.

Picture yourself in Ada's shoes, trapped in one of the most extreme environments on Earth with limited resources and a desperate need to find food. Experience the heart-pounding moments as Ada overcomes the challenges of trapping foxes, catching seals, and avoiding polar bears. Her determination to be reunited with her son pushes her limits and showcases the unwavering resilience of the human spirit.

Marooned in the Arctic not only tells Ada's incredible story but also provides fascinating insights into the use of cats on ships, the phenomenon of Arctic hysteria, and the rich culture and beliefs of the Inuit people. Immerse yourself in this historical adventure through gripping excerpts from diaries, letters, telegrams, and rare photographs.

Whether you're a young adventure enthusiast or simply seeking an extraordinary tale of triumph, Marooned in the Arctic is a must-read. Don't miss out on this captivating book that will keep you on the edge of your seat from beginning to end. Order your copy today and let Ada Blackjack's story inspire you to defy the odds.

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