A Woman Who Went to Alaska
'A Woman Who Went to Alaska ' Summary
Alaska has only been a state since 1959, and the breathtaking terrain remains mostly unspoiled and natural. In modern times, many of us have had the pleasure of visiting Alaska via a luxurious cruise ship, where we enjoyed gourmet meals, amazing entertainment, and a climate-controlled environment. It's easy to also book a land package that enables you to see more of the country by train.
Imagine what it was like to visit the same wild, untamed countryside in 1899. Instead of boarding a sleek, stylish cruise ship, you travel for weeks on a steamer. You wait 2 weeks for the open, flat cars of the new railroad just to assure yourself it can travel safely through the dangerous mountain pass. No stately cabin or grand hotel awaits you at the end of your journey; you'll spend your time in rough mining camps. Such is the case in May Kellogg Sullivan's spellbinding and vivid account of her Alaskan adventures, which occurred over 18 months during 2 solo trips covering 12,000 miles. This is the perfect travel narrative to enjoy on your Alaskan cruise or in the comfort of your own home.
Summary of A Woman Who Went to Alaska in points
Introduction
- May Kellogg Sullivan was a young woman who lived in the United States in the late 19th century.
- She was inspired by the stories of the Klondike Gold Rush and decided to travel to Alaska in search of her fortune.
- She arrived in Alaska in 1899 and spent the next two years living and working in the territory.
- Her experiences are chronicled in her book, A Woman Who Went to Alaska.
The Journey
- Sullivan's journey to Alaska was long and arduous.
- She traveled by train, boat, and on foot, and she faced many challenges along the way.
- She was robbed, she was stranded in the wilderness, and she was even attacked by a bear.
- But she persevered, and she eventually made it to Alaska.
Life in Alaska
- Life in Alaska was not easy for Sullivan.
- She worked long hours in difficult conditions, and she often went without food or shelter.
- She also faced discrimination because she was a woman.
- But she never gave up, and she eventually found success in Alaska.
Conclusion
- A Woman Who Went to Alaska is a story of courage, determination, and perseverance.
- It is a story about a woman who overcame all odds to achieve her dreams.
- It is a story that will inspire readers of all ages.
Additional Information
- A Woman Who Went to Alaska was published in 1902.
- It is a memoir of Sullivan's experiences in Alaska.
- The book is a valuable historical document that provides a glimpse into life in Alaska during the Klondike Gold Rush.
- It is also a inspiring story of a woman who followed her dreams and achieved success.
Book Details
Authors
May Kellogg Sullivan
United States
May Kellogg Sullivan was a writer and journalist who lived in the United States in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. She is best known for her book, A Woman Who Went to Alaska, which chronicles...
Books by May Kellogg SullivanDownload eBooks
Listen/Download Audiobook
- Select Speed
Related books
The Russian Storybook by Richard Wilson
Dive into the enchanting world of Russian folklore with The Russian Storybook, a captivating collection of tales from the song-cycles of Kiev and Novg...
Sugar Plums by Ella Farman Pratt
It tells the story of two young children, Billy and Bessie, who are looking forward to Christmas and the arrival of their grandparents. The book is b...
Prowling About Panama by George A. Miller
In 1903, Panama became a brand new state in Central America by seceding from Colombia in order to facilitate the construction of the Panama Canal, whi...
In Seven Stages: A Flying Trip Around the World by Elizabeth Bisland by Elizabeth Bisland
In "In Seven Stages: A Flying Trip Around the World", Elizabeth Bisland recounts her own attempt to circumnavigate the globe, racing against journalis...
The Children of Odin by Padraic Colum
Master storyteller Padraic Colum's rich, musical voice captures all the magic and majesty of the Norse sagas in his retellings of the adventures of th...
A Diary from Dixie by Mary Boykin Chesnut
Mary Boykin Miller Chesnut, a well-educated South Carolina woman who was married to a Confederate general, kept extensive journals during the Civil Wa...
Under the Lilacs by Louisa May Alcott
Bab and Betty, two little girls, are having a tea party with their dolls when an unknown dog appears and steals their cake. The girls find the dog, Sa...
Little Jack Rabbit and Danny Fox by David Cory
Little Jack Rabbit is a small, friendly rabbit who lives in the forest. Danny Fox is a sly, cunning fox who is always trying to trick Jack Rabbit. In...
Voyage Towards the South Pole and Round the World Volume 1 by James Cook
James Cook's *Voyage Towards the South Pole and Round the World, Volume 1* chronicles his second major expedition, undertaken to definitively prove or...
David and the Phoenix by Edward Ormondroyd
David knew that one should be prepared for anything when one climbs a mountain, but he never dreamed what he would find that June morning on the mount...
Reviews for A Woman Who Went to Alaska
No reviews posted or approved, yet...