The Voyage of the Frog
What's it about
What would you do if you were lost at sea with only your wits to guide you? For fourteen-year-old David, a simple trip to scatter his uncle's ashes becomes a desperate fight for survival when a freak storm blows his small sailboat hundreds of miles off course. Discover how David confronts violent storms, circling sharks, and crushing loneliness. You'll learn the practical survival skills and gain the mental fortitude needed to navigate not just the open ocean, but the unpredictable challenges of life itself. This is a story of courage, resourcefulness, and the unyielding power of the human spirit.
Meet the author
A three-time Newbery Honor recipient and one of America’s most acclaimed authors for young adults, Gary Paulsen drew upon a lifetime of wilderness survival and high-seas adventure. His own experiences, from running the Iditarod to sailing the Pacific, fueled his authentic and gripping tales of resilience. Paulsen's profound connection to nature and his firsthand understanding of solitude and self-reliance are woven into every page, inspiring readers to discover the strength within themselves when facing the unknown.
What's it about
What would you do if you were lost at sea with only your wits to guide you? For fourteen-year-old David, a simple trip to scatter his uncle's ashes becomes a desperate fight for survival when a freak storm blows his small sailboat hundreds of miles off course. Discover how David confronts violent storms, circling sharks, and crushing loneliness. You'll learn the practical survival skills and gain the mental fortitude needed to navigate not just the open ocean, but the unpredictable challenges of life itself. This is a story of courage, resourcefulness, and the unyielding power of the human spirit.
Meet the author
A three-time Newbery Honor recipient and one of America’s most acclaimed authors for young adults, Gary Paulsen drew upon a lifetime of wilderness survival and high-seas adventure. His own experiences, from running the Iditarod to sailing the Pacific, fueled his authentic and gripping tales of resilience. Paulsen's profound connection to nature and his firsthand understanding of solitude and self-reliance are woven into every page, inspiring readers to discover the strength within themselves when facing the unknown.
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