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Wilderness: A Journal of Quiet Adventure in AlaskaIncluding Extensive Hitherto Unpublished Passages from the Original Journal,New
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A new paperback edition of Kent's first book, often referred to as 'Alaska's Walden.'In August 1918 Rockwell Kent and his 9yearold son settled into a primitive cabin on an island near Seward, Alaska. Kent, who during the next three decades became America's premier graphic artist, printmaker, and illustrator, was seeking time, peace, and solitude to work on his art and strengthen ties with his son. This reissue of the journal chronicling their 7month odyssey describes what Kent called 'an adventure of the spirit.' He soon discovers how deeply he is 'stirred by simple happenings in a quiet world' as man and boy face both the mundane and the magnificent: satisfaction in simple chores like woodchopping or baking; the appalling gloom of long and lonely winter nights; hours of silence while each works at his drawings; crystalline moonlight glancing off a frozen lake; killer whales cavorting in their bay. Richly illustrated by Kent's drawings, the journal vividly recreates that sense of great height and space both external and internal at the same time that it celebrates a wilderness now nearly lost to us.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Wilderness: A Journal of Quiet Adventure in Alaska'? A: The main theme revolves around the adventure of the spirit, as Rockwell Kent and his son experience the beauty and challenges of life in Alaska's wilderness.
- Q: Who is the author of this journal? A: The author of the journal is Rockwell Kent, a renowned American graphic artist, printmaker, and illustrator.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in a paperback binding.
- Q: When was this edition of the book published? A: This edition of 'Wilderness' was published on May 15, 1996.
- Q: How many pages does this book contain? A: The book contains a total of 237 pages.
- Q: What illustrations are included in the journal? A: The journal includes richly illustrated drawings by Rockwell Kent that enhance the narrative of their Alaskan adventure.
- Q: Is the book suitable for all ages? A: While the book is suitable for a general audience, it may particularly appeal to those interested in nature, adventure, and personal reflection.
- Q: What can readers expect from the writing style of the journal? A: Readers can expect a reflective and descriptive writing style that captures both the mundane and magnificent experiences of life in the wilderness.
- Q: Are there any notable features of this book? A: Notable features include extensive unpublished passages from the original journal and insights into the relationship between father and son during their adventure.
- Q: What is the MSRP for this book? A: The manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) for this book is 19.95.