Ada Blackjack

In September 1921, Ada Blackjack, a 25-year-old Eskimo woman, joined four men on a secret expedition to colonize Wrangel Island for Great Britain. After two years, Ada emerged as the sole survivor, despite her unskilled background and her companions' tragic fates. Although celebrated as the female Robinson Crusoe by the media, Ada chose to remain silent about her harrowing experiences, only speaking out when falsely accused of wrongdoing. Jennifer Niven explores her incredible story in depth, drawing from firsthand accounts, diaries, and interviews to illuminate the life of this remarkable hero.