A Lifetime of Paddling the Arctic Rivers: Discovering Eden

Alex Hall has translated his knowledge of and love for Canada's Thelon River in this excellent book. It is not a "how to" book, as the adventures he takes are not of that sort. On their own very few people could cobble together the support and equipment, and then find a survivable route given the scant mapping available. Alex's years in the North have given him the skills and connections to pull off successful trips. Alex writes an account of how he puts it all together and travels the river with groups of visitors. His love for the Barrens, the Thelon, and the North shine through and make the reader appreciate his adventures. It also makes you want to go on one with him.