Togo Takes the Lead: Heroic Sled Dog of the Alaska Serum Run

In January 1925, a supply of medicine was found in Nome, Alaska, but it was hundreds of miles away. To deliver the medicine, a heroic sled dog named Togo and his owner, Leonhard Sepalla, made a dangerous journey across the Alaskan wilderness. This real-life animal adventure story is combined with a stunning, full-color graphic novel format to appeal to all children who love animals, adventure stories, history, and/or graphic novels. The book concludes with further information about the heroic animal, including real-life historic images.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 32 pages
Publication date: 12 October 2023
Publisher: Capstone Global Library Ltd

In January 1925, a devastating outbreak of diphtheria struck Nome, Alaska, and the surrounding area, leaving countless people sick and dying. Despite the discovery of a supply of medicine, a major obstacle stood in the way: the medication was hundreds of miles away. The only means of transportation was a dogsled, and the journey ahead was treacherous and perilous. Join the heroic sled dog Togo and his owner, Leonhard Sepalla, on their daring expedition through Alaska's unforgiving wilderness. This captivating real-life animal adventure story, combined with a stunning, full-color graphic novel format, will captivate all children who love animals, adventure stories, history, and/or graphic novels, even those who may struggle with reading. The book concludes with additional information about Togo, including real-life historic images, perfect for readers eager to learn more about this remarkable animal.

Dimension: 229 x 178 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781398251595