About This Book

This sequel to George's Newbery Medal-winning Julie of the Wolves continues the story of Julie Edwards Miyax Kapugen, now living in the Eskimo village of Kangik with her father, Kapugen. Julie worries that her father will shoot the wolves if they threaten the herd he is raising as part of the village's industry.

She struggles to find a way to save her beloved wolves in a changing Arctic world and she falls in love with a young Siberian man.

About the Authors or Illustrators

Jean Craighead George

Born in Washington, D.C., and raised in a family of naturalists, Jean George has centered her life around writing and nature. She attended Pennsylvania State University, graduating with degrees in English and science.

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Wendell Minor

Wendell Minor draws upon his lifelong passion for environmental issues to create illustrations for children's books. He has also written and illustrated the Book Pumpkin Heads.

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