Not really a 34;can't stop reading34; story, nevertheless one can't help remembering Atticus, the dog whom everyone loved, for his heart and love of the mountains, even through snow and ice. I think the tale is true, and also tells the story of two people who were brought together by this little dog. Or am I thinking of another story? This is a story you can live with, reading and rereading, though it is hard for me to see what draws the pair to do something that I think is foolhardy--managing to clime all the high peaks of New Hampshire twice in one winter. But there is something about it that seems to speak of the exxence of man's bond with nature, and his fight against it in the worst of times. And the trials that Atticus goes through with such bravery, drawing the man on to bring out the best of himself--well, that's worth reading. So I recommend this book.
Rating:
[5 of 5 Stars!]