"Hatchet: The Truth" by Gary Paulsen revisits the story of Brian Robeson, a teenage boy who finds himself stranded in the Canadian wilderness after a plane crash. With only a hatchet, he must learn to survive in the wild, facing hunger, harsh weather, and isolation. As he confronts the challenges of survival, Brian also grapples with his emotional struggles and personal demons, reflecting on his family life and the turmoil surrounding his parents' divorce. Throughout his journey, he discovers resilience, self-reliance, and the profound connection between himself and nature, ultimately emerging transformed by his harrowing experience. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is part of a book series called Hatchet .

There are 128 pages in this book. This book was published in 2001 by Pan Macmillan .

Mr. Paulsen and his wife, Ruth Wright Paulsen, an artist who has illustrated several of his books, divide their time between their home in New Mexico, a boat in the Pacific, and adventures in the wilderness.