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Woods Runner

By: Gary Paulsen
Narrated by: Danny Campbell
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Samuel, 13, spends his days in the forest, hunting for food for his family. He has grown up on the frontier of a British colony, America. Far from any town, or news of the war against the King that American patriots have begun near Boston.

But the war comes to them. British soldiers and Iroquois attack. Samuel's parents are taken away, prisoners. Samuel follows, hiding, moving silently, determined to find a way to rescue them. Each day he confronts the enemy, and the tragedy and horror of this war. But he also discovers allies, men and women working secretly for the patriot cause. And he learns that he must go deep into enemy territory to find his parents: all the way to the British headquarters, New York City.

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"A superb reflection on the nature of war." (Kirkus, starred review)
Historical Accuracy • Engaging Narrative • Perfect Voice • Educational Elements • Captivating Wilderness Adventure
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I taught reading using many of Paulsen’s novels. This was one of many that my students enjoyed. Now that I have retired, I’m enjoying listening to his novels again. This book has so much history and visuals that the story comes alive. You can never go wrong with his novels.

Great as Always

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book is just amzxing glad i read it only for my ar test to get points

love iy

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I remembered reading this book as part of a project in grad school to find engaging young adult (male-specific) fiction. This was one of my favorites. So, when my son was assigned to read this for school, I purchased the audiobook for him because he comprehends texts better when he can listen and follow along. Preface - my son is NOT an avid reader and he struggles greatly, so to even find a book that he will get past the first chapter is a struggle. Not with Woods Runner! He was so engaged and loved the historical facts about the time period that he wanted to read ahead! I couldn't believe how much he wanted to talk about the story and wanted to continue listening. Though I did not actually listen to this book in it's entirety, I did hear a few chapters and thought the narrator was a perfect voice for the story.

A must read/listen for boys!

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Such a great book as always by GP, I put myself in Samuels place and imagined as if I were him. Amazing book

Amazing

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The narrating was perfect. And a Lotta good details.  too bad so many people washed her life back then. 

Vary good story

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captivating book, the strength is in the story as it ties to life during the revolutionary war. it is a very big event told in a very small way. Details of life events are stimulating.

great read, interesting historical perspective

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Good tale of when men were men and women were as good as men. Historical fiction entertain d interesting.

Great story

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If you could sum up Woods Runner in three words, what would they be?

thrilling, believable, fascinating

What did you like best about this story?

The main character was young, but strong, self-reliant, and unselfish

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Didn't want it to end!

Any additional comments?

Great for almost any age.

Great read!

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This story was wonderfully captivating. From the resonance of the reader's voice to the narrative of the youth I found this book difficult to pause. Never before have I heard a book so compelling and informative to include both story and facts rarely heard. A treasure.

Revolutionary War through the eyes of a youth

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A wonderful taste of early frontier life! A vivid picture of heroism of a young boy on the cusp of manhood.

Great book for young 6th-8th year schoolers.

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