"A triumphant telling filled with depth and excitement." -Publishers Weekly
In January 1925, the community of Nome, Alaska, was overcome by an outbreak of diphtheria, a deadly disease that affected mostly children. If that weren't enough, a blinding snowstorm prevented all travel to and from the rural town. Who would deliver the serum cure? Nome's only hope rested on sled dogs. An expedition was quickly organized: The dogs would travel in teams in a relay covering 674 miles to deliver the serum. One of those teams, led by musher Leonhard Seppala, had Togo at the helm. It was Togo leading the pack that travelled the longest and most dangerous part of the expedition.
This incredible true story celebrates courage and determination in the face of unimaginable circumstances, and cements Togo's legacy in history as a legendary dog hero. Includes rich back matter on this time period in American history featuring information on Alaska, the Diphtheria outbreak, anti-serum toxin, and dog sledding as a means of transportation in times of need.
"Fans of heroic animals, epic journeys, and plucky upstarts will all find much to enjoy here-and children who are chided for being 'too active' may recognize a kindred spirit." -Booklist
| ISBN: | 9780316335447 |
| Publication date: | 5th December 2024 |
| Author: | Mélisande Potter |
| Illustrator: | Giselle Potter |
| Publisher: | Little, Brown Young Readers an imprint of Little, Brown |
| Format: | Hardback |
| Pagination: | 40 pages |
| Genres: |
Children’s / Teenage general interest: Pets and pet care: Dogs Children’s / Teenage general interest: Dogs and wolves People / Places |