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Lost on a Mountain in Maine Paperback – December 23, 2013

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Based on the true account of a boy's harrowing journey through the vast wilderness of the Katahdin Mountains, Lost on a Mountain in Maine is a gripping survival story for all ages.

Twelve-year-old Donn Fendler steps away from his Boy Scout troop for only a minute, but in the foggy mountains of Maine, a minute is all it takes. After hours of trying to find his way back, a nervous and tired Donn falls down an embankment, making it impossible for him to be found. One sleepless night goes by, followed by a second . . . and before Donn knows it, almost two weeks have passed, leaving him starving, scared, and delirious.

With rainstorms, black bears, and his fear of being lost forever, Donn's journey is a physically, mentally, and emotionally charged story told from the point of view of the boy who lived it.

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All he had was hope.

When twelve-year-old Donn Fendler gets tired of waiting for his father and brothers to join him on the summit of Maine's highest peak, he decides to find his own way back to camp. But Donn doesn't expect a fast-moving fog to obscure his path, knocking him completely off course. He doesn't count on falling down an embankment that hides him from sight. And he never could have imagined taking a wrong turn that leaves him alone to wander aimlessly for nearly two weeks in the empty mountain wilderness.

A true and inspiring story about a boy's harrowing journey through nature's unforgiving terrain.

About the Author

Since his close encounter with death in the mountains of Maine more than seventy years ago, Donn Fendler has visited countless schools, speaking to eager readers about his journey to civilization. He still receives countless letters from fans inquiring about that time in his life—which he always answers. He carves out months of time to speak to students at many schools about his experiences. Now retired from the U.S. Army, Donn lives half the year in Tennessee, while spending summer and early fall in Maine.

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ASIN ‏ : ‎ 068811573X
Publisher ‏ : ‎ HarperCollins; Reprint edition (December 23, 2013)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 128 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 9780688115739
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0688115739
Reading age ‏ : ‎ 8 - 12 years, from customers
Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ 910L
Grade level ‏ : ‎ 4 - 7
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.4 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.25 x 0.22 x 7.62 inches

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NH Mom

Fantastic story

Reviewed in the United States on March 10, 2024

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Great book for kids - especially if they like the movie that comes out in 2024. Wonderful tale as told by Fendler himself.

Reviewed in the United States on September 11, 2023

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Amazing true story of a courageous 12 year old boys day to day existence as he struggles to survive in the wilderness of the mountainous region of northern Maine. Fascinating read for anyone one who will be, is, or has ever been 12 years old.

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LaurieB

Donn Fendler Reminds Us Of Maine Wilderness.

Reviewed in the United States on December 23, 2014

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I love this story. It was never written as a study of the human condition, it's the story of a boy, like 70 years ago, lost in the woods of Maine. And, it's a true story, as Donn Fendler for years visited classrooms and spoke about his experience. I was discussing the book with my siblings, and one brother, who is a history buff, and particularly, a Maine history buff, had never heard the story. That surprised me, as I thought it was a read aloud in every 3rd grade classroom in Maine.
Anyway, I have had copies of it in the past, for my classroom, but couldn't find one, so I replaced it, for my siblings to read and pass amongst them. Pretty quick read, just an hour or two, but a great story of a time gone by.

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Cheryl R.

A heart stopping, tear jerking, cheer-out-loud inspirational true story

Reviewed in the United States on April 21, 2016

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A heart stopping, tear jerking, cheer-out-loud inspirational true story of a 12-year old boy's terrifying experience of being lost on a mountain for nine days in freezing cold conditions. Half naked with only a blanket he found in a deserted cabin to cover himself at nights while sleeping in beds of moss under trees, fighting starvation, unending mosquitos and other biting insects, he never gave up hope of finding help. He prayed every day and night thanking God for whatever berries he could find to eat and asking why it was taking so long to find help. A great story of adventure, survival and never giving up that young and old alike will find deeply inspiring. I bought 6 books to give to my grandchildren to inspire them with the joy of reading. My one 11- year old grandson is now writing a book report on it that, by the way, is required reading for all school children in Maine.

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Bruce Peterson

Lost!

Reviewed in the United States on September 11, 2018

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Great story. All children should read this inspirational book. It wouldn't hurt for them to be exposed to a time in our country when parents taught prayer. I am not religious but believe we should all be taught to respect that there is something bigger than ourselves in life and prayer is one way of doing it. I was born in 1938 and can remember how people back then found life very simple and rewarding supporting one another. Perhaps we will have a renaissance with the help of such books. Bless the author for sharing and teaching what real humility and courage can do! Do you think this book would be found in the schools of today? We have come a long way in the wrong direction in our society today, kind of like young Donny!

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Lincster45

You can learn from the author's mistakes

Reviewed in the United States on January 13, 2018

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I read this book when I was about the authors age at the time of the incident, and I enjoyed it, and it is still good reading for a young person. As an adult I found it OK, and I might have felt differently if I were a religious person, with all the references to prayer. But, as I say to religious friends, if it works for you, that's fine with me. That being said, I would recommend the book for the age 10 to 15 reader, and you have to admire the author for the stamina to get through the ordeal, but also wonder what the heck he was thinking about when he left the safety of his experienced companion and guide. It also points out if he had just stopped where he was when he first realized he was off the trail he would likely have been found within 24 hours. There is a take-away for anyone headed into the wilderness.

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Tammy Thornton

WOW!

Reviewed in the United States on January 31, 2023

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Amazing Story! Couldn't put it down!!

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Janniep

For Young and Old

Reviewed in the United States on October 18, 2017

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I'm not going to review the story itself but wanted to let you know it is quite interesting and appropriate for young readers.

I bought two of these. One for my brother in-law who has a cottage on an island in Maine. I thought he'd enjoy keeping this at the cottage for anyone looking for a quick and interesting read. The other I gave to my husband who has yet to read it because my 10 year old grandson took it home and used it for family reading time.
This is a story for all ages, male or female.

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