New book tells John Beargrease's story

Beargrease and family
The cover photograph features a John and Louise Beargrease family portrait, circa 1895. John Beargrease is second from left.
Courtesy of Holy Cow! Press

This weekend, teams of mushers will gather in Duluth for the annual John Beargrease Sled Dog marathon.

A new book titled "John Beargrease: Legend of Minnesota's North Shore" tells the story of Beargrease's life. MPR's Cathy Wurzer spoke with the author, Daniel Lancaster.

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