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“Many of us have heard the story of Balto, the hero dog who saved the children of Nome, Alaska and inspired the Iditarod. It's a wonderful tale of grit and determination, but it's only part of the story. The Cruelest Miles puts you on the ground with the people of Nome and the amazing men and dogs who raced against time and nature to deliver the life-saving diphtheria antitoxin to the children of Nome. Your skin will freeze, your blood will boil, and your heart will race as dog and man overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles that even planes and trains couldn't conquer.”
— John • Wordsmith Bookshoppe
The year is 1925. It is sixty degrees below zero. The wind sweeps tons of snow over the deep-frozen Alaskan landscape. The nearest railhead is seven hundred miles away. Airplanes cannot fly. The way to Nome is blocked by a treacherous frozen sound, an icebound port, and mountains to the west. But there is a diphtheria epidemic in Nome. The children need serum from the outside world if they are to survive. Their only hope is a few chosen Eskimo drivers and their teams of dogs, who must make a relay race across the wilderness if the serum is to get to Nome in time. The heroism and stamina of the men and their dogs can only be called legendary. Now, their story can be told.
Laney Salisbury is a freelance journalist. Gay Salisbury is a former publishing executive. Together they co-wrote The Cruelest Miles.
Laney Salisbury is a freelance journalist. Gay Salisbury is a former publishing executive. Together they co-wrote The Cruelest Miles.