In "Fire and Snow: A Tale of the Alaskan Gold Rush," the rugged wilderness of Alaska serves as the backdrop for a gripping tale of adventure, ambition, and resilience. Amidst the harsh conditions and the promise of fortune, the story follows a group of hopeful prospectors as they navigate treacherous landscapes and confront their own personal demons. As rivalries emerge and alliances shift, they must grapple with the harsh realities of pursuit—sometimes losing themselves in the obsession for wealth. Through heartbreak and triumph, the characters discover the true meaning of fortune and the bonds that can be forged in the most challenging circumstances. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is part of a book series called Historical Fiction .

This book is aimed at children at US 2nd grade-3rd grade.

This book has been graded for interest at 8-11 years.

There are 56 pages in this book.

This is a picture book. A picture book uses pictures and text to tell the story. The number of words varies from zero ('wordless') to around 1k over 32 pages. Picture books are typically aimed at young readers (age 3-6) but can also be aimed at older children (7+).

This book was published in 2007 by Stone Arch Books .

Jessica Gunderson grew up in the small town of Washburn, North Dakota. She has a bachelor's degree from the University of North Dakota and an MFA in Creative Writing from Minnesota State University, Mankato. She has written more than fifty books for young readers. Her book Ropes of Revolution won the 2008 Moonbeam Award for best graphic novel. She currently lives in Madison, Wisconsin, with her husband and cat.