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Spirit of the Wind

The Story of Alaska's George Attla, Legendary Sled Dog Sprint Champ

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The biography chronicles the remarkable journey of George Attla, an Athabaskan Indian from a small Alaskan village, who overcame physical challenges to compete in the 1958 Fur Rendezvous World Championship sled dog race. His unexpected victory not only stunned the mushing community but also marked a transformative moment in the history of sled dog racing, highlighting themes of perseverance and cultural pride.

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9780945397939

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2001, paperback

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