(from the back of the book)
Firun's land is a harsh land. For the inexperienced it offers little more than privations, hunger, frost and quite a lot of encounters with pitiless hunters of the north - human or animal. Yes, you should be wise, dextrous and have a lot of stamina and an iron will to live in Firun's land. If this does not frighten you off, tehn get winterproof clothing and go: You will gain experience and conquer a unique world for yourself. However, watch out for thin ice - and for the furry yeti, of course...