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After a sudden plane crash, thirteen‑year‑old Brian Robeson is stranded alone in the Canadian wilderness. Over the course of 54 days, he learns to survive using only the hatchet his mother gave him, mastering the elements, hunting, and fishing while coming to terms with his parents' divorce. The story follows his resilience, ingenuity, and personal growth as he confronts both physical challenges and emotional struggles.
First publish date: 2001
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Gary Paulsen
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Hatchet by 8753094|Gary Paulsen book cover

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