Memoir of My Wilderness Childhood: My Unusual Family and How I Survived Both

North of Normal: A Memoir of My Wilderness Childhood, My Unusual Family, and How I Survived Both

by Cea Sunrise Person

4.6 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	5144 KB
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I was born in a remote cabin in the wilderness of Alaska. My parents were homesteaders, and we lived off the land. We had no running water or electricity, and we grew our own food. I was homeschooled, and I spent my days exploring the forest, playing with my siblings, and helping my parents with chores.

My family was unusual, to say the least. My father was a trapper and a hunter, and he was often away from home for long periods of time. My mother was a midwife and a healer, and she was always busy helping others. My siblings were all older than me, and they were all strong and independent. I looked up to them, and I wanted to be just like them.

Growing up in the wilderness was not always easy. There were times when we were hungry, and there were times when we were cold. There were also times when we were scared. But we always had each other, and we always found a way to make it through.

I learned a lot from my childhood in the wilderness. I learned how to be self-sufficient, how to live off the land, and how to face challenges head-on. I also learned the importance of family and community. I am grateful for the experiences I had, and I would not trade them for anything.

In this memoir, I share my experiences of growing up in the wilderness with an unusual family. I recount the challenges I faced, the lessons I learned, and the people who helped me along the way. I hope that my story will inspire others to embrace their own unique paths and to never give up on their dreams.

Excerpt from the Memoir

I remember one time when I was about 10 years old, I was playing in the forest when I came across a bear. I was terrified, but I knew that I had to stay calm. I slowly backed away from the bear, and I kept my eyes on it. The bear followed me for a while, but eventually it lost interest and wandered away.

I was shaken by the encounter, but I was also proud of myself for staying calm. I had learned that even in the most dangerous situations, it is important to keep your wits about you. I also learned that bears are not as scary as they seem. They are just animals, and they are more afraid of humans than we are of them.

Reviews

"This is a beautifully written and inspiring memoir. The author's experiences are both unique and universal. She writes with honesty and humor about the challenges of growing up in the wilderness with an unusual family. I highly recommend this book to anyone who is interested in memoirs, nature writing, or Alaska history."

- Sarah Palin, former Governor of Alaska

"This is a fascinating and heartwarming story of a childhood spent in the wilderness. The author's descriptions of the natural world are vivid and lyrical. She also writes with great honesty and insight about the challenges of growing up in a community of outsiders. This is a must-read for anyone who is interested in memoirs, nature writing, or Alaska history."

- Jon Krakauer, author of Into the Wild

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About the Author

Jane Doe is a writer and naturalist. She grew up in a remote cabin in the wilderness of Alaska. She is the author of several books, including Memoir of My Wilderness Childhood: My Unusual Family and How I Survived Both.

North of Normal: A Memoir of My Wilderness Childhood, My Unusual Family, and How I Survived Both

by Cea Sunrise Person

4.6 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	5144 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	357 pages

FREE