Following the Alaskan Dream: My Salmon Trolling Adventures in the Last Frontier

by Marilyn Jordan George

Book Overview

Marilyn's memoir is a colorful account of raising a family on an Alaskan fishing boat that begins in 1946 with Marilyn's transformation from an Iowa farm girl into a seasoned fisherman. She... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0967163919
• ISBN13: 9780967163918
• Release Date: May 1999
• Publisher: Little Norway Press
• Length: 365 Pages
• Weight: 1.32 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"

Customer Reviews

Hope that there is a sequel!!!

My husband and I had just spent a number of fascinating days exploring The Pan Handle of Alaska (Southeast Alaska)-Which included-a number of communities that are only reached by boat or plane, as well as gliding among the ice floats in an area called Tracy's Arm to view a large glacier. When we landed in Petersberg we visited the museum and met Marilyn Jordan George. We could not resist buying her book; Following The Alaskan Dream. We have both read it and have both thoroughly enjoyed it. The author gives you a detailed account of how life was lived during her days of salmon trolling in Southeast Alaska. Marilyn recounts the good-times and the trials of raising a family living on a boat, while salmon trolling with her husband, Skip Jordan. It was most gratifying to read and enjoy a book that represents how positive thinking and a zest for life can give you such great pleasure. I was very sorry it ended---and hoped that there will be a sequel. Eliot Marshall/Klatzkin-Yardley, Pa.

A Wonderful Life

Besides telling the not-to-be-put-down story of her life, the author has created a historical document of southeastern Alaska, including the changes that occured during her many years there. The book is also a source of inspirational quotations which embody the Alaskan spirit. Marilyn Jordan George is a multitalented person; I am glad she penned her life story.

Experience life on a fishing boat

Vivid portrayal of southeast Alaska's vanishing fishing industry. Sharing the author's lifetime of experiences I could almost feel salt spray in my face. A must-read for anyone who has lived in this beautiful country, has visited there, or dreams of Alaska.

What an Adventure

Marilyn literally takes you aboard with her and her family. I almost got sea sick. LOL Marilyn is articulate and tells it like it is. She doesn't sugar coat the unfortunate happenings. You will laugh, you will cry and you will get angry at certain characters. All in all a wonderful read.

Following the Alaskan Dream

Following the Alaskan Dream is a wonderful book from the first page to the end! Marilyn George takes you with her as she recaps the excitment, adventure, loves and sorrow of her life. If you have every dreamed of adventure, felt Alaska was the last frontier, this is a book you will want to read. This woman conquered challenges from the land, the sea, relatives, friends & foe - long before women were known to do that type of thing! I will re-read this book many, many times just to re-live the story.