Alaska officially became the 49th state in 1959,
before that it was a territory, a wild place, the Last Frontier,
The men and women who lived there prior to statehood are the
main characters of Alaskan People.
Their unique stories and adventures are a window into a world
of everyday experiences seldom told until now.
Alaskan people: Stories of yesteryear & today book
Written by Edward M. May
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If you are curious about life in the Last Frontier, this is the book for you. These stories are transcribed from interviews with 27 men and woman from all walks of life, native and non-native, that were published in the States largest newspaper, the "Anchorage Daily News". Alaskan People is the kind of book you have always been looking for. It's like sitting at the kitchen table, having a cup of coffee or tea, with the men and women of Alaska personally telling you their stories. It's about genuine lives, true stories, and actual people, sharing with you, how life was and is in the 49th state.
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voices OF YESTERYEAR
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Click on the video to the right to listen to a few samples of how the actual storytellers sound! It was a real treat to spend time with each of the 27 pre-statehood pioneers. Life was SO wild and big and different back then. The love of the outdoors, the wildlife, the adventurous people...Alaska-ahh! |
*These are not the same voices in the audiobook recording.
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Alaskan people: stories of yesteryear & today as an audiobook!
Read and Produced by Todd Eflin
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Versatile and experienced in all types of voice work projects, Todd is a veteran audiobook producer. He brings his love for reading out loud and his passion for storytelling to a new "frontier" level. He seemingly, is able to convey the feelings of the characters as he audibly builds a picture of the scenes. We like that! His reading style complements the 'flavor' of ALASKAN PEOPLE nicely.
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choose the MEDIA that works best for you!
Edward May's unique style of writing paints a visual picture of what life was like before Alaska became a state and how new adventurers are experiencing it today. He weaves history and other interesting information in between the storytellers accounts. Once you begin reading, you won't want to put the book down!
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AUDIOBOOK
We had such a positive response by those who have read the book in print and on the Kindle that we were encouraged to offer
ALASKAN PEOPLE: Stories of Yesteryear & Today as an audio book! How cool is that?! Now, you can listen to the stories of 27 pre-statehood pioneers, while you are on the go! |
KINDLE
KINDLE version makes a great gift!
It's like giving a virtual vacation to someone who cannot travel to the great state of Alaska. With 75 vintage and color photos one can virtually visit the frontier days, before Alaska became the 49th state. Life was so different then! |
Reviews of thE book
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The real history of real people
By A. E. Gibson on March 21, 2017
Format: Kindle Edition
"Alaskan People is a really fun read. Alaska has often been referred to as the last frontier in America. This book gives you a peek into the lives of the hardy people that were able to tame (as much as Alaska CAN be tamed!) this great state.
It's a great book for my kids, too. I like them hearing stories of strength and courage, of individualism and a never-give-up attitude. For people who want to experience life through the stories of those who lived it, this is a great book."
By A. E. Gibson on March 21, 2017
Format: Kindle Edition
"Alaskan People is a really fun read. Alaska has often been referred to as the last frontier in America. This book gives you a peek into the lives of the hardy people that were able to tame (as much as Alaska CAN be tamed!) this great state.
It's a great book for my kids, too. I like them hearing stories of strength and courage, of individualism and a never-give-up attitude. For people who want to experience life through the stories of those who lived it, this is a great book."
Fantastic True Stories by Genuine Alaskans
By Deborah A. Cooper on March 30, 2017
Format: Paperback
This is a great book! Once I started reading I could hardly put it down. Stories about real Alaskans with true insight into living and working in the Last Frontier. I highly recommend this book to all ages. Educational as well as intriguing. This book is a great read and it also makes wonderful gifts for your friends. I enjoyed it so much I ordered several copies for friends.
By Deborah A. Cooper on March 30, 2017
Format: Paperback
This is a great book! Once I started reading I could hardly put it down. Stories about real Alaskans with true insight into living and working in the Last Frontier. I highly recommend this book to all ages. Educational as well as intriguing. This book is a great read and it also makes wonderful gifts for your friends. I enjoyed it so much I ordered several copies for friends.
Brilliant, Globally Entertaining and Educational
By Marvina Case on May 23, 2017
Format: Kindle Edition
Well done! Well written! Beautiful photos and enjoyable for both my 5 and 8-year-old children as well as myself. If you are looking for a book the family can read without any fear of inappropriateness that is both educational and entertaining - look no further. We all, mom, dad, and kids thoroughly enjoyed the book and the photos tell a story all on their own.
By Marvina Case on May 23, 2017
Format: Kindle Edition
Well done! Well written! Beautiful photos and enjoyable for both my 5 and 8-year-old children as well as myself. If you are looking for a book the family can read without any fear of inappropriateness that is both educational and entertaining - look no further. We all, mom, dad, and kids thoroughly enjoyed the book and the photos tell a story all on their own.
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