Woodsong

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Summary: Woodsong Book Review
Review: After reading the book Woodsong, by Gary Paulsen, I would have to say that I found it very enjoyable. From the vividly described characters to the intensity and excitement of the race, Woodsong was interesting from start to finish. It was very rejuvenating to read about the relationship between man and nature.
Paulsen describes his dogs as if they were his children. It amazed me, how much he cared about each of his dogs individually. The ways in which he described his dogs made me feel as if I knew them. Specificly when he wrote about Wilson, and how he was running on three legs, while trying to eat his booty on his other leg; I felt like I was watching along with Paulsen.
Although the individual dogs turned out to be great characters, my favorite character was the eskamo man. I guess that no one will ever really know if he was real or a hallusination, but nevertheless he was an amazing character and a real breath of hope for Paulsen. The eskimo man never let him down; even when he was miles from the trail the eskimo man safely helped him return to it.
The hallucinations were one of the most interesting parts of Woodsong. When Paulsen described the way that the snow looked like fire, I found myself picturing it in my mind over and over again. The boring man who talked about educational grants was also very interesting. I had no idea that hallucinations could seem so real.
The intensity of the race was more exciting than I could have imagined. Although I knew that Paulsen had entered the race to see if he could finish it, throughout the different days I was cheering him on. Even though he didn't win, I think that finishing the race was a big enough victory for him and the readers of this book.
Now that I understand more about dog sled racing than I ever thought I would, I think that I want to know even more. Woodsong is an inspiring piece of literature that I feel fortunate to have read.

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Summary: Woodsong Book Review
Review: After reading the book Woodsong, by Gary Paulsen, I would have to say that I found it very enjoyable. From the vividly described characters to the intensity and excitement of the race, Woodsong was interesting from start to finish. It was very rejuvenating to read about the relationship between man and nature.
Paulsen describes his dogs as if they were his children. It amazed me, how much he cared about each of his dogs individually. The ways in which he described his dogs made me feel as if I knew them. Specificly when he wrote about Wilson, and how he was running on three legs, while trying to eat his booty on his other leg; I felt like I was watching along with Paulsen.
Although the individual dogs turned out to be great characters, my favorite character was the eskamo man. I guess that no one will ever really know if he was real or a hallusination, but nevertheless he was an amazing character and a real breath of hope for Paulsen. The eskimo man never let him down; even when he was miles from the trail the eskimo man safely helped him return to it.
The hallucinations were one of the most interesting parts of Woodsong. When Paulsen described the way that the snow looked like fire, I found myself picturing it in my mind over and over again. The boring man who talked about educational grants was also very interesting. I had no idea that hallucinations could seem so real.
The intensity of the race was more exciting than I could have imagined. Although I knew that Paulsen had entered the race to see if he could finish it, throughout the different days I was cheering him on. Even though he didn't win, I think that finishing the race was a big enough victory for him and the readers of this book.
Now that I understand more about dog sled racing than I ever thought I would, I think that I want to know even more. Woodsong is an inspiring piece of literature that I feel fortunate to have read.

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Summary: Woodsong
Review: I read the book "Woodsong" by Gary Paulson. I have very mixed feelings about the book. I liked it in the way I thought it was interesting. I didn't like it in the way that it was gruesome and certain times was boring. I thought Gary Paulson did a great job in righting all about his trips into the wild and the animals and good and bad conditions he faced. It gave readers a good idea and image of what the wilderness is really about.
In this book Gary Paulson tells us about his remarkable experiences in the wilderness and what he learned about life and the way it helped inspire his writing. He tells us about his experiences of running a sled dog team and his scary and amazing encounters while doing this. I thought it was really interesting to hear about how a person would react when falling down a frozen waterfall. What really got me was how the dogs reacted, how they helped lick his wounds and help him get back home. After reading the book it's like the dogs could see through his heart and read his mind. After Paulson's journey he could read dogs as well. He found out how smart they really are and to trust and believe in their instincts. They guided him through the journeys and helped him learn life long lessons that he would never forget. The lesson I liked hearing about most was when Paulson was aggravated and wanted to get home. The weather was bad and he thought he knew the part of the woods they were in. The dogs new better and new they were not going the right way. Cookie (the lead dog) was trying to pull the other way but Paulson got upset and tugged at her. So she decided to give Paulson a lesson. They ended up going over a cliff and tumbling down a steep hill. Cookie had leaded them off the cliff knowing it was there. Paulson then understood that he had to trust the dog's instincts and know they knew where they were going.
Overall I thought the book was good. There were a few gory parts that I didn't like but that's part of nature and what Paulson saw. The lessons he learned from nature and how he describes them are what make this story so good.

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Summary: Read in Class
Review: If you are interested in reading this book I would suggest that you do. It's very fun and interesting. Even though there are sad and horrible things going on it's still one that should be read. You'll learn how much the author, Gary Paulsen, loves his dogs and how much they love him. You'll learn about Storm, his wild care-free dog who just loves to play tricks on people and have a good time. But in the end of Storm's life, you'll learn how much he truly loved Gary and what he did when he died. Gary tells about the experiences in the Iditarod and how you should prepare yourself. (Written by a student for a 9th grade English class.)

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Review: IN THE BOOK THE CROSSING BY GARY PAULSEN. MANNY IS MEAN WHO WAS POOR BECAUSE HE HAD NO MONEY. IT IS A GREAT STORY OF A STRUGGLE AS MANNY CONQUERS THE WORLD.

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Summary: Wood-Song by Gary Paulson
Review: In Woodsong, Gary Paulson's autobiography, Paulson tells us amusing anecdotes and heart-warming stories about his life. Each chapter depicts a totally different story. He writes about his experiences in the Minnesota wilderness and what he learned from his dogs and other animals in nature. "It is always possible to learn from dogs and in fact, the more I am with them the more I understand how little I know, " Paulson states. Each of Paulson's stories tells about the lessons that his dogs and nature have taught him. Join the award-winning author of the Hatchet series as soda cans explode in his sled, he gets stuck in the woods on a stormy night with high winds and temperature readings of fifty-three degrees below zero, gets terrorized by his hen (named Hawk), gets run over by a moose, almost adopts a wild bear, and much, much more. Also, read how Paulson and his intelligent canine friends survive the Iditarod.
What I love about this book is how vividly detailed it is. It lets the reader experience life as Gary Paulson did. Once you open the page, you will feel the bone-chilling cold, the spray of the snow upon your face, and the light wind. You will hear the dogs barking. You will taste the fire-cooked animal meat. You will smell the portable parlor stove. You will see Paulson's hallucinations with him. You will experience life in what Gary calls "the diamond that is northern winter." I give this fantastic collection of Gary Paulson's life lessons five stars and two thumbs up.

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Summary: Woodsong Review
Review: The book "Woodsong" by Gary Paulsen is an excellent book. I do not usually read that often and this book exemplifies an interesting book to me. Gary Paulsen wrote the book in first person sharing stories that kept your attention, and keeping you filled with suspense the entire time.
The book is split up into two different sections. The first part gives you a background on the character and planning for Paulsen's trip on the Iditarod (an extremely long and intense dogsled race). It also provides you with the training that goes along with it. The second part of the book is the actual race and talks about their long excursion.
My favorite thing about this book was the great description Gary Paulsen uses. He makes you feel as if you were standing right next to him on the back of the sled, riding. Every story takes you on a new adventure. Throughout the first part of the book Gary Paulsen almost introduces you to the dogs and how he met them and how is infatuation with dogs started. It really amazed me to see the great relationship he had with these dogs. The dogs were like people in the way they taught him lessons and helped him become a better racer. You almost felt a bond with each dog and each character of this book because of the way it is written.
The stories in the book gave you a very realistic view on the situation and goal both Paulsen and the dogs were working for. The stories provided you with the failures of the trip right along with the accomplishments. I really liked that a lot because I think that's what made it so realistic, the fact that not everything turned out perfect. There were mistakes and problems that needed to be fixed. One of my favorites was when Paulsen was taking the dogs out to train while he was still learning himself. He did not know that much about them and so the dogs kind of taught him as they went. His lead dog was there to lead the way. The dogs know where they are going and which path is good or not. Paulsen did not realize this as a gift the dogs had and forced them to go the wrong way while the dogs pulled to go to other. Paulsen finally managed to get the dogs on his path and when they started darting trees, he knew he was wrong. The dogs and sled flipped over as well as the food and equipment in the sled. Paulsen got up, untangled the dogs and never again led them the wrong way again.

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Review: THE STORY I READ IS BRIAN WINTER BY GARY PAULSEN.BRIAN WAS HUNTING TO KILL A BEAR. THIS THIRTEEN YEAR OLD IS NAMED BRIAN ROBESON. BRIAN LEARNED TO SURVIVE ALONE IN THE CANADIAN WILDERNESS ARMED ONLY WITH HIS FATHER. I RECOMEND THIS BOOK TO ANYONE WHO LIKES ADVENTURES.

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Summary: For those who have ever loved dogs!
Review: This is a classic tale for anyone who has ever loved dogs, or, to be more specific, any particular dog. I can say that this is also an icy tale that will actually take your breath away as Paulsen describes some of the conditions he's been in with his sled dogs. This is the true story of how he survives in the Minnesota wilderness, and then takes on the bigtime, The Iditarod in Alaska!

When you read this, there are times when you will probably feel different things. Like the feeling some people have had (I have personally) of losing a pet. Or at times, you laugh at the hilarity of some of the things that pets will indeed do that leave you laughing so hard that it almost brings you to tears. Paulsen brings this to life only in the way that he has always used to tell a story. I love it how he describes his, and every man's greatest fear when in The Iditarod, is to scratch. When Paulsen describes this, he compares it to being a leper! He loves his dogs, and talks about how they are practically insane to run. He slightly haunts us with stories of hallucinations as a result of sleep deprivation! Yet, he also describes his most human side throughout the race, describing a cup of hot chocolate given to him by a beautiful blonde. Or how children from the Shageluk school made a pot of Moose chili especially for the mushers, and how he ate 19 bowls because it tasted so great, and then suffered the wonderful indigestion as a result. It is those stories and more, that make this an easy classic, and a read that you find hard to put down!

I first read this about 10 years ago. It still is easy to pick up, and enjoy it from page 1. Awesome work!

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Summary: Woodsong Book Review
Review: What an inspiring book Woodsong was. This book left me on the edge of my seat. Gary Paulsen takes you along the journey through the Iditarod dog sled race in Alaska. This book has so much to offer, from the frozen waterfall to the lead dog Cookie leading the team off the cliff. Gary Paulsen proved to be a strong individual while taking on the task of leading his dogsled team through Alaska. At times he wanted to give up, but he remained determined and stayed true to himself. While reading this book you will feel as though you are in the Alaskan wilderness with Gary. Although a bit bloody and gruesome at times, the book proved to be an excellent choice. The plot structure was a little slow and skipped around, which made it hard to follow at times. People who read this book will find it to be a compelling story that will inspire them in the future. Woodsong is a great book for all people to read. If you are ready for adventure and suspense then you should read Woodsong. This book is a quintessential look into a man's trials and tribulations and I thoroughly enjoyed it.