Hatchet
Stranded alone in the Canadian wilderness after a plane crash, thirteen-year-old Brian Robeson has only a hatchet — and must learn what it takes to survive.
- Publisher
- Bradbury Press
- Published
- 1987
- List
- The Bradbury 1980s
- Category
- Books for young readers
- Readers
- Middle grade and up, roughly ages 10–14
- Recognition
- Newbery Honor
- Author
- Gary Paulsen
About this book
Hatchet was published by Bradbury Press in 1987 and belongs to the house's 1980s list — the years when Bradbury built its reputation on a small number of books given a great deal of attention. It was written by Gary Paulsen, who has 6 titles on the list.
Who it's for
Middle grade and up, roughly ages 10–14. A novel for readers who can sit with difficulty — the kind of book often taught in classrooms and read again years later.
What the Newbery means
The Newbery is awarded each year by the American Library Association for the most distinguished contribution to American literature for children. This book carries a Newbery Honor, which means the committee singled it out from the whole year of American children's publishing. Read the award's own citation history at the ALA ↗
How to find it
Bradbury doesn't sell direct. The most reliable route to a copy of Hatchet is an independent bookseller or a library catalogue — WorldCat will show you which nearby libraries hold it, and OpenLibrary lists the editions that have existed since 1987.
Also published by Bradbury in 1987
- Henry and Mudge in Puddle Trouble — Cynthia Rylant
- Henry and Mudge — Cynthia Rylant
- Henry and Mudge in the Green Time — Cynthia Rylant
- Henry and Mudge Under the Yellow Moon — Cynthia Rylant
- Lily and the lost boy — Paula Fox
- Death of the Iron Horse — Paul Goble
Other Newbery books from the house
More from the Bradbury 1980s
Questions about Hatchet
Who wrote Hatchet?
Hatchet was written by Gary Paulsen, who has 6 titles on the Bradbury Press list.
When did Bradbury Press publish Hatchet?
Bradbury Press published Hatchet in 1987, which places it among the house's 1980s list.
Has Hatchet won any awards?
Yes — Hatchet is a Newbery Honor book. The Newbery is awarded each year by the American Library Association for the most distinguished contribution to American literature for children. This book carries a Newbery Honor, which means the committee singled it out from the whole year of American children's publishing.
What age is Hatchet for?
Middle grade and up, roughly ages 10–14. A novel for readers who can sit with difficulty — the kind of book often taught in classrooms and read again years later.
Where can I find a copy of Hatchet?
Bradbury does not sell direct. Ask an independent bookseller or your library; WorldCat and OpenLibrary will show you which nearby libraries hold Hatchet and which editions exist.