Stone Fox: A Powerful Dog Story About a Race to Save a Farm and a Beloved Grandfather (Harper Trophy Book)

John Reynolds Gardiner's classic action-packed adventure story about a thrilling dogsled race has captivated readers for more than thirty years.

Based on a Rocky Mountain legend, Stone Fox tells the story of Little Willy, who lives with his grandfather in Wyoming. When Grandfather falls ill, he is no longer able to work the farm, which is in danger of foreclosure. Little Willy is determined to win the National Dogsled Race—the prize money would save the farm and his grandfather. But he isn't the only one who desperately wants to win. Willy and his brave dog Searchlight must face off against experienced racers, including a Native American man named Stone Fox, who has never lost a race.

Exciting and heartwarming, this novel has sold millions of copies and was named a New York Times Outstanding Children's Book.

Can one boy and his dog triumph when the stakes are this high?

A Boy and His Dog: Experience the powerful, unbreakable bond between ten-year-old Little Willy and his loyal dog, Searchlight, as they prepare for the race of their lives. High-Stakes Competition: Feel the thrill of the National Dogsled Race, where Little Willy must face off against the legendary and undefeated racer, Stone Fox. Overcoming Adversity: With his grandfather sick and the farm facing foreclosure, a young boy must find the courage to save everything he loves. A Timeless Children’s Classic: Based on a Rocky Mountain legend, this unforgettable tale of determination and heart has been a classroom favorite for generations.