Product Description

Since it was first published in 1987, the story of thirteen-year-old Brian Robeson's survival following a plane crash has become a modern classic. Stranded in the desolate wilderness, Brian uses his instincts and his hatchet to stay alive for fifty-four harrowing days.

This twentieth-anniversary edition of Hatchet contains a new introduction and sidebar commentary by Gary Paulsen, written especially for this volume. Drew Willis's detailed pen-and-ink illustrations complement the descriptions in the text and add a new dimension to the book. This handsome edition of the Newbery Honor book will be treasured by Hatchet fans as well as by readers encountering Brian's unforgettable story for the first time.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #95406 in Books
• Published on: 2007-09-25
• Format: Deckle Edge
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Hardcover
• 192 pages

Features

• ISBN13: 9781416925088
• Condition: NEW
• Notes: Brand New from Publisher. No Remainder Mark.
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Customer Reviews

Hatchet anniversary edition worth it!
I had not yet read this classic tale, but, upon the recommendation of a friend, although I am 36 and a college graduate, I bought it. This is a great story, hence the reason for 20th anniversary reissue. But, I can say, the hardcover edition with new drawings by Drew Willis and accompanying notes by the author add so much. One of my favorite things about this book is the author's notes, 20 years after its surprise success, with some truly great pencil drawings. Anyone who is looking at buying this book would do well to buy this particular edition.

Hatchet

Hatchet is my all time favorite book to read with my 5th grade class. The life's lessons in this book can follow students through the rest of their lives. In my opinion, with the enabling we as adults inflict upon our younger generation, this books points out how important it is to develop skills so that you can be self-sufficient. I HIGHLY recommend this book for many reading levels. I did use the book with struggling 3rd grade readers as I read the book to them and we drew pictures to summarize the chapters. A must read for every young person ~ no matter how old!

Son loved the book.
I read this book to my son...he loved the adventure part of the story that I read to
him. It tells about a young teen, Brian, who survives a plane crash and then must survive
on his own in the wilderness. Brian's parents were recently divorced and he was on his way to visit his father when the plane crash occurs. Throughout the book there were some references to a secret that Brian knew (his mother committing adultery). I left those parts out because I didn't think an [...] needed to hear those details. He loves the outdoors and survival themes so I knew he would like this book...and he did!