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As you all know, Brian Robesone was alone in the canadien wilderness with nothing but a small hatchet. Yet he survived. Now, the goverment wants him to do it again. This time, Derek, a goverment psychologist, will be with him. But, when a bad storm hits, Derek is hit by lightning and falls... read more

Characters edit see section history

  • Brain Robeson: Main character. Does a study journey with Derek. Resourceful in his use of things found around him in nature to keep himself alive. Heightened senses when in the wild.
  • Derek: Studies Brian's survival skills.
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First Sentence edit see section history

Brian opened the door and stood back.

Series & Lists edit see section history

This is book 2 of 5 in Hatchet. (standard series)

Preceded by Hatchet, and followed by Brian's Winter.

Authors & Contributors edit see section history

  1. Gary Paulsen (Author)

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Original Language: English
Publisher: Delacorte Books for Young Readers
Country: Canada
Publication Date: 1991
ISBN: 0385303882
Page Count: 144

Notes for Parents edit see section history

Reading Level: Ages 9-12

this is a very safe book for kids


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