BOOK BRIEF

The Lure of the Labrador Wild

Dillon Wallace
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The Lure of the Labrador Wild

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2004

Book Brief

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Dillon Wallace

The Lure of the Labrador Wild

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2004
Book Details
Pages

218

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Genre
Action & Adventure

Travel Literature

Biography
Setting

Labrador, Canada • 1900s

Topic
Science & Nature

World History
Publication Year

2004

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

14+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Lure of the Labrador Wild by Dillon Wallace recounts the harrowing 1903 expedition of Leonidas Hubbard Jr. and his companions through Labrador’s uncharted wilderness. The narrative captures the group’s challenges as they navigate unpredictable terrain, harsh weather, and limited resources, highlighting themes of adventure, perseverance, and the human spirit’s resilience in the face of adversity.

Adventurous

Mysterious

Challenging

Melancholic

Reviews & Readership

4.2

721 ratings

79%

Loved it

14%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Lure of the Labrador Wild by Dillon Wallace offers a gripping account of adventure and survival. Readers appreciate its vivid depiction of the harsh Labrador environment and its emotional depth. However, some criticize its pacing and historical inaccuracies. Overall, the book is lauded for its inspiring tale and evocative storytelling.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Lure of the Labrador Wild?

Adventure enthusiasts and history buffs captivated by real-life exploration tales would enjoy The Lure of the Labrador Wild. Fans of Into the Wild by Jon Krakauer and Endurance by Alfred Lansing will appreciate its blend of human endurance and the raw, untamed wilderness.

4.2

721 ratings

79%

Loved it

14%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

218

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Genre
Action & Adventure

Travel Literature

Biography
Setting

Labrador, Canada • 1900s

Topic
Science & Nature

World History
Publication Year

2004

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

14+ years

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