"[A] wonderfully written testament to a life of adventure. The Walter Harper we come to know is immensely likable, and his escapades irresistible. He was one of the great Alaskans of his time. This book is a fitting tribute."-David A. James, Anchorage Daily News
"In Ehrlander's affectionate portrait a century later, Walter Harper reclaims some of his lost potential to serve as a 'role model for individuals with mixed heritage the world over.'"-Margaret Thomas, Alaska History
"Ehrlander's portrait is of a remarkable young man who lived life to the fullest. An inspiring example of resilience, character, faith, service, and loving-kindness, Walter Harper's legacy is a testament to the Native peoples of Alaska, the indomitable human spirit, and the selflessness of those who work as missionaries in the Church in the harshest and remotest of places."-Jason VanBorrsum, Anglican and Episcopal History
"A fascinating glimpse into a pivotal moment in Alaskan history through the story of the short life of Walter Harper, a protégé of the redoubtable missionary Hudson Stuck. The men and women of Alaska were tough and hearty souls."-Steve Thomas, author and host of This Old House and Renovation Nation and grandson of the Reverend William A. Thomas, a contemporary of Walter Harper
"Not only a fine work of history but a rousing adventure tale and a love story. This is a great book."-Terrence M. Cole, professor of history at the University of Alaska Fairbanks
"A concise picture of Walter Harper's character and personality. This is a historical account of a courageous Athabascan leader whom we all should learn about."-Walter Carlo, chairman of the board of Doyon Limited, the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act corporation for the Athabascans of Alaska's interior
"A fine biography of a young man of talent and energy who successfully coped with two cultures during a time of rapid change in Alaska. Mary Ehrlander has employed crisp and enlightening prose to illuminate both the era and the history of the Yukon region."-John Bockstoce, Arctic historian and archaeologist
"Mary Ehrlander's assiduous scholarship combined with a delightful storytelling style make Walter Harper, Alaska Native Son both easy to read and available for multiple fields of academic interest."-Phyllis Fast, professor of anthropology emeritus at the University of Alaska Anchorage, and great-niece of Walter Harper
