In The Shadow Of Denali

For anyone who has ever dreamt of visiting Alaska, take it from a former resident, In the Shadow of Denali is a must read. During my time in the majestic state, I ventured to both Seward and Talkeetna which are mentioned in the book. I was also blessed to have been given a birds-eye view of Denali (thanks to one of Alaska's many pilots). This story helped me revisit these places in my mind and to imagine what life would have been like in the early of 1900's.

Through their colaborative efforts, Peterson and Woodhouse capture the anticipation surounding the birth of a National Park and the Curry Hotel. The details they've include about the exploration of McKinley, the hotel, railway, and surrounding town along with the cuisine wealthy patrons