We work hard to protect your security and privacy. ... Winnie's forebear Togo in 1927 with Leonhard … Named after Heihachiro Togo, a Japanese Admiral who fought in the war between Russia and Japan (1904-05), Togo was the lead sled dog of Leonhard Seppala. Trust, loyalty, and respect - all things people and dogs must earn - are central themes in Togo and Leonhard's story, and are beautifully woven into this true page-turner by a woman who knows dogs and how it feels to be in many of the situations she describes in this historically accurate tale for young readers. Named after Heihachiro Togo, a Japanese Admiral who fought in the war between Russia and Japan (1904-5) as well as other conflicts. His dog Togo would earn his place in the history books and a place at the Yales Peabody Institute. Leonhard Seppala and his sled dog team led by Togo spent three days traveling 170 miles from Nome to Shaktoolik to pick up the diphtheria serum on January 31, 1925. Please try again. This is the inspiring true story of Leonhard Seppala and his lead dog, Togo. Life-saving serum was hundreds of miles away and the only sure way to get the serum to Nome was to relay it across Alaska using 20 dog teams. While we have a special interest in Sepp and Togo, we came to this book objectively, intent on reading it strictly for pleasure, yet we found ourselves holding our breath, caught up in the terrifying crossing of sea ice during the Serum Run. The Leonhard … Leonhard Seppala came to Alaska in 1900. It also analyzes reviews to verify trustworthiness. Togo and Leonhard by Pam Flowers (English) Paperback Book Free Shipping! To get the free app, enter your mobile phone number. Leonhard Seppala was an experienced musher by the time he was chosen to lead the desperate serum run. Photos by Bettmann via Getty Images and Disney. Togo And Leonhard. He didn't die. He learned to run a dog team and within two years had become an expert dog musher. Hear an icon's life story, timeless music, and message. “With the COVID outbreak and the proposed monument to commemorate the hero of another pandemic, I thought this was the … Those dogs, topping out around 50 pounds… The largely unsung hero of Seppala's kennel, Togo's half-brother and also a veteran of the Serum Run, was Fritz. While many details of the great Serum Run of 1925 have faded into history, the names of two famous Alaska dogs, Togo and Balto, have spanned the decades. Seppala groaned and turned in his sleep, and then continued snoring away. Photographs add to the story and give it an old-time feel. $8.34 + $3.99 shipping + $3.99 shipping + … Quick read but tells the beautiful relationship between Sepp and Togo. When he was just eight months old, Togo made Leonhard's team and became his favorite lead dog. (Prices may vary for AK and HI.). Many of the Balto and Togo stories and movies that are out there are a bit jazzed up – based on the true story but not entirely factual. There was an error retrieving your Wish Lists. He learned to run a dog team and within two years had become an expert dog musher. The history of a diphtheria epidemic in Nome, Alaska and the sled dog relay that delivered the life-saving serum is simply told, though the love of dogs and the life of a musher is thoroughly shared. I found the information about Togo… Something went wrong. Born: Estimated to be 1913, according to many reliable quotes, including from Leonhard Seppala himself, which place his age… We don’t share your credit card details with third-party sellers, and we don’t sell your information to others. Why not? Only Leonhard Seppala and Togo were capable of guiding a sled in search of salvation. If you're a seller, Fulfillment by Amazon can help you grow your business. Refresh and try again. There was a problem loading your book clubs. It all started last December after I finished watching, Togo, disney’s new historical drama based on the true story of Leonhard Seppala and his titular sled dog, writes Madison Parr. “Togo” is the untold true story set in the winter of 1925 that takes you across the treacherous terrain of the Alaskan tundra for an exhilarating and uplifting adventure that will test the strength, courage and determination of one man, Leonhard Seppala, and his lead sled dog, Togo. Son of the Siberia import bitch DOLLY, he was an all-purpose hard-working lead dog from Seppala's Little Creek days in Alaska. has been added to your Cart. Free shipping Free shipping Free shipping. Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. There's fascinating detail about Leonhard Seppala, the early days in Alaska, and the legendary dogs that are at the foundation of the breed. Welcome back. This is the inspiring true story of Leonhard Seppala and his lead dog, Togo. When engaging young readers, few stories are more effective than a true action-adventure about a dog and a man who together face many challenges including understanding each other. Under the employ of the Pioneer Mining Company, Seppala began making a name for himself as one of the strongest mushers in Nome. FORT KENT, Maine — In 2019, Disney released a movie called “Togo,” a historical drama about a sled dog named Togo and musher Leonhard Seppala. Shipping cost, delivery date, and order total (including tax) shown at checkout. The story of Togo (named after a Japanese admiral), the agouti-furred offspring of Norwegian musher Leonhard Seppala’s former dog sled leader, Suggen, was that he was thought unfit to be assigned to work and didn’t have the potential for a proper sled dog. What will you do when it's your turn to pick your book club's next read? Not only did he own Balto, but many other sled dogs, including his favorite lead dog, Togo. $13.34. Togo’s mounted body is on display at the Iditarod headquarters in Wasilla, and each year race veterinarians hand out the Leonhard Seppala Humanitarian award to … Help others learn more about this product by uploading a video! Alaska is the best kept secret around. Reviewed in the United States on September 7, 2020. My dogs and I have sledded over many of the same trails as Leonhard Seppala, been trapped for days in powerful blizzards hundreds of miles from home, and learned to depend entirely on ourselves. Togo and Leonhard by Pam Flowers: New. When a deadly epidemic strikes […] When a tiny, sickly puppy named Togo was born in Leonhard's … The font is large and easy to read. TOGO and Leonhard is a true historical account of the role Leonhard Seppala and his lead dog, Togo, played in the 1925 Serum Run. "Thank you … Life-saving serum was hundreds of miles away. You can return the item for any reason in new and unused condition: no shipping charges, Or get 4-5 business-day shipping on this item for $5.99 In 1925 a deadly diphtheria epidemic threatened Nome, Alaska. Brief content visible, double tap to read full content. This is a book that can bring reluctant readers to reading. Something we hope you'll especially enjoy: FBA items qualify for FREE Shipping and Amazon Prime. When he was just eight months old, Togo made Leonhard's. He learned to run a dog team and within two years had become an expert dog musher. The author's bio is amazing! The Norwegian-born Seppala first arrived in Alaska in 1900, when most sled dogs were burly Alaskan Malamutes or mixed breeds. Leonhard Seppala came to Alaska in 1900 where he learned to run a dog team and within two years had become an expert dog musher. As Gary Paulson has done with fiction in Hatchet, Wood Song and Winter Dance, the author has done with Historical Non-fiction. Seppala was a Norwegian breeder and racer of Siberian huskies from the Chukchi Inuit stock of Siberia. He didn't die. Togo bravely led his team through raging storms, over the longest distance, across the most dangerous part of the relay. Togo is a 2019 American drama adventure film directed by Ericson Core and produced by Walt Disney Pictures.The film centers on Leonhard Seppala and his titular sled dog in the 1925 serum run to Nome to transport diphtheria antitoxin serum through harsh conditions during an epidemic of diphtheria.. She wants to write a school paper about Togo and Seppala. (Stefannaumovv via Creative Commons) I know what it's like to fall through the ice and look back on that event and know I owe my life to a dog. $11.38. Free shipping Free shipping Free shipping. As a sourdough myself, this book really speaks to my heart. Leonhard Seppala came to Alaska in 1900. My 10 year old daughter was excited to learn more about Togo after viewing the Disney movie of the same name. Togo (October 17, 1913 – December 5, 1929) was the lead sled dog of Leonhard Seppala and his dog sled team in the 1925 serum run to Nome across central and northern Alaska. To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we don’t use a simple average. There, asleep on the bed, was his master, Leonhard Seppala, snoring loudly. I recommend this book to everyone who loves dog stories and inspirational adventure stories. I first heard about Leonhard Seppala when I ran in the Iditarod Sled Dog Race. Think what this can do for a kid who doesn't know s/he likes history. The movie tells the story of how, during an outbreak of diphtheria in 1925, they delivered lifesaving medicine to the remote town of Nome, Alaska. https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/53376527-togo-and-leonhard Let us know what’s wrong with this preview of, Published Previous page of related Sponsored Products, A & a Johnston Publishers (March 1, 2020). March 1st 2020 MENTAL EXERCISE FOR DOGS: The 101 best dog games for more agility,intelligence & fun, Alaska (National Geographic Adventure Map, 3117), Escaping on the Danube River (World War II Brave Women Fiction). Then you can start reading Kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer - no Kindle device required. Our payment security system encrypts your information during transmission. Top subscription boxes – right to your door, © 1996-2021, Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. Start by marking “Togo and Leonhard” as Want to Read: Error rating book. When a 1925 diphtheria epidemic rampages through the isolated village of Nome, Alaska, Leonhard takes his team, led by Togo on an incredible test of strength, endurance, and courage to relay the needed serum from hundreds of miles away. I believe these experiences allow me to have unique insight into how Leonhard Seppala felt when these things happened to him and his dogs. Togo and Leonhard by Pam Flowers is written in an easy-to-read narrative that focuses on the relationship and amazing experiences between Leonhard Seppala and his lead sled … When a tiny, sickly puppy named Togo was born in Leonhard's kennel, no one expected the puppy to live. Enter your mobile number or email address below and we'll send you a link to download the free Kindle App. Leonhard Seppala, born 1877, would during those days go from being a good musher and just another hard-working blue-collar man to being the most famous dog-team driver in the world. “Togo was an exceptional dog and Leonhard Seppala was an exceptional musher,” said Jonathan Hayes, musher, at Poland Spring Kennels. Leonhard Seppala was known for his excellent care of his sled dogs and, to honor him, the veterinarians who monitor the race give out The Leonhard Seppala Humanitarian Award to the musher who is recognized for giving their dogs the most outstanding care during the race. "Goodnight, old friend," Togo said softly. To see what your friends thought of this book. LEONHARD SEPPALA'S FIRST GREAT LEADER 'SCOTTY' was no cookie-cutter Innisfree show-dog! Be the first to ask a question about Togo and Leonhard. The authors share invaluable knowledge that we Siberian Husky owners are thirsty for. This book is not yet featured on Listopia. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. Togo, the little dog no one expected anything of, helped save Nome and became a hero. Courage and Grace (A Jewish Family's Holocaust True Survival Story During WW2 (Worl... Running a Thousand Miles for Freedom - The Escape of William and Ellen Craft from S... Our Forgotten Year: A novel of love and hope in Italy during the Second World War, Someone To Look Up To: a dog's search for love and understanding, Merchants of Virtue (The Huguenot Connection trilogy), --- Kirkus Reviews (Ordinary Dogs, Extraordinary Friendships). Their owner, Norwegian-born Leonhard Seppala, came to Nome during the height of its gold rush on June 14, 1900. by A & a Johnston Publishers. Despite covering the most distance of any lead dogs on the run, over some of the most dangerous parts of the trail, his role was left out of contemporary news of the event at the time, in favor of the last lead dog in the relay, Balto. There are no discussion topics on this book yet. Togo was the lead dog for Leonhard Seppala's team during the longest and most dangerous leg of the serum run to Nome in 1925. Learn more about the program. . From Disney+, “Togo” is the untold true story set in the winter of 1925 that takes you across the treacherous terrain of the Alaskan tundra for an exhilarating and uplifting adventure that will test the strength, courage and determination of one man, Leonhard Seppala, and his lead sled dog, Togo. Photo illustration by Slate. In December 2019, Disney+ released Togo, a feature-length film starring Willem Dafoe as Leonhard Seppala.The movie focuses on Seppala and his team of dogs, namely his lead dog Togo, as they traverse the rough tundra to deliver diphtheria serum to the frontier. Unable to add item to List. Your recently viewed items and featured recommendations, Select the department you want to search in, Free returns are available for the shipping address you chose. He traveled the 260 miles guiding the sled, which earned him recognition as a hero by collecting and delivering the serum that saved 10,000 people on time. Togo approached the bed, and licked Seppala's hand, which was hanging down off the side. This book is perfect for her age and interest. In most cases, items shipped from Amazon.com may be returned for a full refund. I am very pleased with this book and eager to read more from this author. Goodreads helps you keep track of books you want to read. Togo was dark brown with cream, black and grey markings. The writing is engaging and interesting, the true experiences are exciting! Pam Flowers did an excellent job of telling the amazing story of Togo and Leonhard Seppala! Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA) is a service we offer sellers that lets them store their products in Amazon's fulfillment centers, and we directly pack, ship, and provide customer service for these products. Leonhard Sepalla and his lead dog Togo, where two of the most heroic figures in during the Great Serum Run of 1925. Reviewed in the United States on January 27, 2021. This Anchorage Alaska Museum photograph was taken after this … The true story behind Togo reveals that the temperature was approximately −30 °F with gale force winds making it feel like −85 °F. On top of that, this book is very nice quality, with pages that are of a thicker paper than an average paperback. In 1925 a deadly diphtheria epidemic threatened Nome, Alaska. In 2019, Disney released a movie called “Togo,” a historical drama about a sled dog named Togo and musher Leonhard Seppala. Togo and Leonhard But Togo is determined, and when his trainer, Leonhard Seppala, gives him a chance, he soon becomes one of the fastest sled dogs in history! This is the inspiring true story of Leonhard Seppala and his lead dog, Togo. After viewing product detail pages, look here to find an easy way to navigate back to pages you are interested in. Togo and Leonhard tells the true story of a famous sled dog and his owner, Leonhard Seppala. I will recommend this to teachers every chance I get. This was just too compelling a story not to write. This book was awesome! A community is coming together to honor a true and important hero in history. You're listening to a sample of the Audible audio edition. Reviewed in the United States on July 14, 2020. Hopes were pinned in the heart of Togo. When a tiny, sickly puppy named. I was nominated for that award and that fueled my interest in him. TOGO is a heartwarming adventure about Leonhard Seppala and his lead sled dog, Togo, two of the unsung heroes of the 1925 legendary dog sled serum relay from Nenana to Nome, Alaska. I've lived in Alaska for 40 years and during most of that time I was an active dog musher. Leonhard Seppala winning a sled-dog race in New Hampshire in 1928, three years after a lifesaving relay in Alaska. Leonhard Seppala with his dog Togo and Willem Dafoe in Togo. Well, this is what you won't do: panic. Leonhard Seppala came to Alaska in 1900. Bring your club to Amazon Book Clubs, start a new book club and invite your friends to join, or find a club that’s right for you for free. Includes initial monthly payment and selected options. One of these items ships sooner than the other. Excellent job! Thank you Pam! Reviewed in the United States on April 13, 2021. Please try again. Reviewed in the United States on April 5, 2021. Leonhard "Sepp" Seppala /ˈlɛnərd ˈsɛpələ/ was a Norwegian sled dog breeder, trainer and musher who with his dogs played a pivotal role in the 1925 serum run to Nome, and participated in the 1932 Winter Olympics. Under the Light of the Italian Moon: Inspired by a true story of love and women’s r... Twenty-Two Years a Slave - And Forty Years a Freeman. When a tiny, sickly puppy named Togo was born in Leonhard's kennel, no one expected the puppy to live. Seppala introduced the work dogs used by Native Siberians at the time to the American public; the breed came to be known as the Siberian Husky in the English-speaking world. I know what it's like to find yourself trapped on breaking sea ice with no way to shore. ---Terri Hanke 2006 Iditarod Teacher on the Trail. The Cruelest Miles: The Heroic Story of Dogs and Men in a Race Against an Epidemic, Leonhard Seppala: The Siberian Sled Dog and the Golden Age of Sleddog Racing 1908-1941. A must-read for mushers, animal lovers, adventure lovers, and history-biography lovers. The only sure way to get the serum to Nome was to relay it across Alaska using 20 dog teams. He was too feisty and independent to make a good team member, let alone a leader. We’d love your help. Full content visible, double tap to read brief content. Around that time, the first known Siberian Huskies in America were brought to Nome by Russian fur trader William Goosak. Just a moment while we sign you in to your Goodreads account. Togo and Leonhard by Pam Flowers is written in an easy-to-read narrative that focuses on the relationship and amazing experiences between Leonhard Seppala and his lead sled dog, Togo. At six months of age, Seppala sent him away to a different owner to be a house pet. The genetics of the dog and his skills did the rest. Togo wasn't meant to be a sled dog. Please try your request again later. Please try again. 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