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Hatchet
- Narrated by: Peter Coyote
- Series: Hatchet, Book 1
- Length: 3 hrs and 44 mins
- Unabridged Audiobook
- Release date: 10-31-03
- Language: English
- Publisher: Listening Library
- Whispersync for Voice-ready
Regular price: $21.27
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Publisher's Summary
On his way to visit his recently divorced father in the Canadian mountains, thirteen-year-old Brian Robeson is the only survivor when the single-engine plane crashes. His body battered, his clothes in shreds, Brian must now stay alive in the boundless Canadian wilderness.
More than a survival story, Hatchet is a tale of tough decisions. When all is stripped down to the barest essentials, Brian discovers some stark and simple truths. Self-pity doesn't work. Despair doesn't work. And if Brian is to survive physically as well as mentally, he must discover courage.
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"A dramatic, heart-stopping story." (Publishers Weekly)
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- Kristi Villani
- 04-23-04
the whole family loved it!!!
This started out being a entertainment for a road trip and turned into a highlight of our weekend away. My mind kept going back to the movie "Castaway" with Tom Hanks. The way such a young boy finds strength in himself, against all odds, is absolutely inspiring.
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Overall5 out of 5 stars
- Susan
- East Boothbay, ME, USA
- 04-06-04
Too real to be fiction
I could listen to Peter Coyote read anything. The story itself is a wonderful tale of adventure in the very harsh world of the wilds, yet there is a beauty in this boy's struggle to survive. The scenes of desperateness will make you breath shallow and strain to hear. It is a great story, too good to be fiction. Enjoy.
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- Tara
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Gripping! Life inspiring story.
I listened to this story after my 4th grade daughter reccomended it to me! They read it in class and I listened while doing my usual stuff. It was so amazing, gripping, sad, exciting and truly visual that I would have to stop what I was doing just to stare at my laptop! Peter Coyote is a brilliant narrator/actor and I want to hear more of his narrations now. Thank you to author Paulson for a great story. Can't wait to hear THE RIVER.
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- Teacher / music lover / book lover
- 04-11-06
Survival Story for Grades 5 or 6 through 8.
This is a story about a young boy, aged about 12, whose parents are divorcing. He is on his way to visit his father in the Canadian wilderness when a disaster occurs. The pilot has a heart attack and dies, mid-flight, and the boy must figure out how to get the plane to land and then survive in the Canadian wilderness until help arrives. My son read it in 6th grade and loved it, and he really hated to read. It does have some mature themes -- divorce, infidelity, and death -- so is not suitable for K-4 or K-5 children. It is, however, an enthralling story that pre-teens and young adolescents enjoy.
11 of 13 people found this review helpful
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- R. Wellmore
- 04-04-12
Inspiring...
This story is aimed at young folk, but as a 50-something I got a lot out of it and enjoyed it so much I am listening to the rest of the series. My one criticism is that there is way too much dramatic music, and for me it was way too loud. That's why I gave the audiobook three stars overall, even though I rated the story and performance four stars.
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- Raquel Aceves-Mittman
- Ramona, CA USA
- 02-14-12
Outstanding!
I was looking for an adventure book that my 14 year old son, 11 year old and 9 year old daughters would like. This book fit the bill perfectly! We drive a lot and love to listen to books together. This one kept us on the edge of our seats, wondering what would happen next. Mr. Paulsen is a fantastic writer and we look forward to listening to the rest of the books in this series.
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
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Overall5 out of 5 stars
- K. Gregory-Fiala
- 12-04-03
Excellent book for young teenagers
Gary Paulsen wrote an excellent book on self-reliance, strong character and good common sense,and he wrapped it all up in an exciting survival story. Brian is an incredible character. Every kid should read this book in Middle School. I recommend the audio book for car trips. It keeps everyone engaged and makes the drive time much more enjoyable!! Look for the 2 sequels as well.
8 of 10 people found this review helpful
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Overall5 out of 5 stars
- TruBluDevil
- 12-15-04
Excellent Listen!
I don't know where to start in singing the praises of "Hatchet"! It has all the key ingredients necessary in a good audiobook, including a narrator who reads with emotion and clarity, and a thoroughly gripping plot. I nearly missed my bus one morning, I was so engrossed in the story! For anyone who loved/s "My Side of the Mountain," this is even better.
8 of 11 people found this review helpful
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- Aimee Ernest
- 02-17-18
great narration.
It can be difficult for me to get into an audiobook compared to reading it myself, but not with this one! I love this narration. It was very well done and believable.
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- RVB
- 02-08-16
Exciting story
Great story for young adventurers. A little bit hair raising, but mostly inspiring and a good ending. Loved it.
1 of 1 people found this review helpful