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Paddle to the Arctic: The Incredible Story of a Kayak Quest Across the Roof of the World (Mass Market Paperback)

by Don Starkell (Author)
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  • Mass Market Paperback: 344 pages
  • Publisher: McClelland & Stewart (April 1997)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0771082487
  • ISBN-13: 978-0771082481
  • Product Dimensions: 17.6 x 10.7 x 1.8 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 3.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 865,417 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Frankly amazing that he survived at all., 12 Dec 2000
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Don Starkell is clearly being saved for some higher purpose. I can think of no other reason why he is still alive. An amazing tale of survival against ridiculous odds, despite an unbelieveable inability to think things through. Unintentionally hilarious and difficult to put down.
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1.0 out of 5 stars Respect for what he achieved, but at what cost?, 29 Jun 1998
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Well, I hope that when I'm nearing 60, I have the strength and energy of Don Starkell.

That said, I sure hope I also have more common sense and less arrogance. I found this journey tediously frustrating, full of ego and "conquer the earth" mentality. Survival mentality? Yes of course. I realize he had to try three times, and that he had to push hard to get through because of ice, but I didn't see a whole lot of knowledge of the land, nor respect for his paddling mates when they accompanied him. And, preparation seemed questionable, as in these two examples: refusing to take a gun into bear-infested territory; refusing a radio because it could lead to an easy bailout if the going got tough.

I found myself wondering what took Victoria Jason so long to decide to do her own journey. I found her book a lot more enjoyable, because she seemed a lot less caught up in telling the reader how tough she is, and she told me more about the land through which she passes.

Book is reasonably edited, and the pictures are a welcome addition.

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5.0 out of 5 stars From 'Canoeist' Magazine, 22 Feb 1999
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...Starkell's courage and single-minded determination areunquestionable. His sanity is not, by any normal measures. But as Starkell tells nurses while recovering in hospital, "I'm not normal". 'Paddle to the Arctic' is exciting, scary, gripping and frequently hilarious (though not always intentionally so). Anyone who paddles or even just enjoys the outdoors will get something from this book, whether it be simply entertainment or useful lessons for their own trips...It has to be judged an instant 'classic' of kayaking and expedition literature. But don't try this at home, children.

Mark Rainsley.

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