In 1897, prospectors returned to Seattle with a fortune in gold, causing another gold rush. Stanley Pearce and Marshall Bond, two young Seattle men, borrowed money from their parents to outfit themselves and headed out to Dawson City with high hopes. On their way, they encountered multiple hardships beyond belief. This piece of literature is far above other pieces due to the numerous primary sources woven together with narration. A collection of letters written home to their parents, diary entries, telegrams, and newspaper articles have been handed down to Mr. Kim Richardson, a descendent of Stanley Pearce. Kim Richardson and David Meissner made a great author team. The historical photographs deepen the understanding of their world. This is a must have for every library.