On the Edge of Nowhere

De: James Huntington, Lawrence Elliott

Narrado por: P.J. Ochlan

His father is a white trapper, his mother an Athabascan Indian who walks a thousand miles in winter to reunite with her family. Thus, Jimmy Huntington learns early how to survive on the land. Huntington is only seven when his mother dies, and he must care for his younger siblings.

A courageous and inspiring man, Huntington hunts wolves, fights bears, survives close calls too numerous to mention, and becomes a championship sled-dog racer.

©2002 Jimmy Huntington Foundation and Lawrence Elliott (P)2018 Tantor

Amazing story, quite captivating and inspiring for anyone who loves the idea of adventure

Great for anyone to listen to perfect for a family trip in a car for all ages

A Well Lived Life, A Well Told Tale

I wasn’t keen on the way it was read in the beginning, but the story is so good I just had to listen. After a while I got used to the narrator but never warmed to his style.
Please note that this is a subjective opinion and you should listen regardless.

Amazing life story

Really enjoyed this book! I got bog down a little bit with the first chapter or two, but the rest of the book had me fully engaged. Will definitely be listening to it again.

A fantastic story

The story is great.
Unfortunately, the reader does not know how to pronounce Alaskan geography, which in my mind, significantly takes away from the performance. It also lacks the emotion and cadence that I would expect from an Alaskan elder (having been performed in first person), but the story was phenomenal.

Great Book

I really enjoyed this book. Great story about perseverance. La la la la la la la

Riveting slice of Alaska

Gives views of Alaska in gold rush times, early 1900s , through the 1950s. Constant is jimmy Huntington’s tireless response to this harsh environment. Very moving

A must read

A fantastic memoir. This story is told on a way that brings the reader or listener in. His story is inspiring and shows what can be achieved when determination is foremost. His story is honest and upfront. He lived in a quiet place. miles away from busy streets, not so long ago… but he knew who he was and he made a difference to so many. A very special man.

A wonderfully inspiration life, well lived in a place unimaginable.

To be able to follow a person of such insurmountable will as James Huntington’s is an honor and a pleasure.

Outstanding story

Like a sequel to Cache Lake Country - an outstanding story of a life and way lived off the land

Persevering Against All Odds

I don’t typically don’t write reviews however I felt like this story needed a review. For anyone who has had dreams of living off grid or possibly moving into Alaska this will be an excellent book for you.
The life of James Huntington was an incredible story and very captivating, It was hard to put down.
When you get done reading this book, your everyday struggles won’t seem so bad.