The story of a man and his son set adrift in the cold Arctic waters with only a few loyal supporters is a compelling one. An engaging text, illustrations that are like oil paintings and excerpts from crewmembers' diaries make this a highly readable and informative addition to library shelves. Recommended.
- Book Report 1999
An introduction to Hudson's voyages that will spark readers' interest.... A foldout map indicating the routes of Hudson's four voyages of exploration extends beyond the pages, making it accessible to readers.... Full page, bordered paintings provide dramatic visions of events.
- Booklist 1999
Notable Children's Book in the Field of Social Studies for 2000
- National Council for the Social Studies and The Children's Book Council 2000
Nonfiction Honor Book 1999
- VOYA 1999
Where Goodman's book shines is the foldout maps and diagrams of the voyages and in the journal entries by Hudson and members of his crew ... When the next group of students with an assignment on explorers descends on the library, have this useful and attractive resource on hand.
- Mollie Brynum School Library Journal 2000 03 01
[An] overview of the explorer's accomplishments and sad fate.
- Horn Book Guide 1999 07 01
