This is another great book by Gary Paulsen. After reading Brian's Winter I just had to go back and read Hatchet. It is such a great tale of survival and courage from a young boy. All he has to survive is a survival pack from the plane he went down on and his hatchet. It is a struggle to survive until somebody finds him. the whole book you are just hoping he gets to come home. This is a must read for any outdoors lovers. If you like books about a struggle that is won or a boy who never gives up you should read this book.