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Lost on a Mountain in Maine

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Lost on a Mountain in Maine (ISBN 0-688-11573-X) is a book written by Donn Fendler depicting his travel through the wilderness on Mt. Katahdin in Maine. Originally published in 1978, the book is written from his perspective as a young boy, Fendler told of his experience, from suffering hallucinations due to fatigue and hunger, as well as losing most of his clothing (including his trousers and shoes, which he attempted to throw across a stream, only to watch them float away in the water).[1] In November 2011, it was republished as a young adult graphic novel.[2]

A film adaptation of the book was released on November 1, 2024.[3]

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  1. ^ Langer, Emily (October 13, 2016). "Donn Fendler, Boy Scout lost and then found in the mountains, dies at 90". The Washington Post. Archived from the original on October 14, 2016. Retrieved October 24, 2016.
  2. ^ Sarnacki, Aislinn (November 16, 2011). "Donn Fendler's story becomes graphic novel". Bangor Daily News. Archived from the original on 2013-06-25.
  3. ^ Bechara, Diego Ramos (July 25, 2024). "'Lost on a Mountain In Maine' Slated for November Release by Blue Fox Entertainment (EXCLUSIVE)". Variety. Archived from the original on July 25, 2024. Retrieved November 18, 2024.
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