Product Description

In 1973, Norma Cobb, her husband Lester, and their five child-ren, the oldest of whom was nine years old and the youngest, twins, barely one, pulled up stakes in the Lower 48 and headed north to Alaska to follow a pioneer dream of claiming land under the Homestead Act. The only land available lay north of Fair-banks near the Arctic Circle where grizzlies outnumbered humans twenty to one. In addition to fierce winters and predatory ani-mals, the Alaskan frontier also drew society's more unsavory human elements. But through it all, the family survived on the strength of Norma Cobb-a woman whose love for her family knew no bounds and whose courage in the face of mortal danger is an inspiration.

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Phenomenal        Rating:

This book is very well written, easy reading, and gripping throughout. Once I started reading it, I could hardly put it down.

Artic Tundra        Rating:

Good story that keep the reader interested, as there is always something new happening to this family. For those who thought getting land for free (homesteading) in Alaska by working the property and improving it, this book will open you eyes to the DARK truth of homesteading in Alaska..BIG FOOT LIVES..

Great reading        Rating:

Life in the far north is so different, and complex, than that of the lower 48. This personal account of daily life depicts one, that at many times is, just a struggle to exist! Anyone interested in reading of those who decided to pursue this wild country life style, will certainly enjoy the vicarious journey.

Artic Homestead        Rating:

One of the best "true" books I've read of late.
Honest,exciting and inspirational.Kudos to Norma Cobb for a great book

Artic Homestead by Norma Cobb        Rating:

This book about the Cobb's adventures in Alaska is very interesting. We enjoyed the book a lot. It kept our attention throughout.

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