Howard Smith is an inveterate wilderness junkie with a passion for anything outdoors. Michael Francis is an internationally renowned wildlife photographer.
"Smith delivers a loving tribute to the "Ursidae "family that will
delight animal enthusiasts and could even make a convert of famed
(and faux) bear-hater Stephen Colbert. Supported on almost every
page by Francis's gorgeous photos, the book more than meets Smith's
goal of providing an account that is 'representative of what it
means to walk in bear country.'"--"Publishers Weekly""" "Smith's
fascination with and respect for this great animal make for an
instructive and fun book, lavishly illustrated by wildlife
photographer Francis."--"Booklist "
"Adrenaline flows freely--both for Howard Smith in the company of
wild bears and for the reader in his armchair at home. This book
will whet your appetite for more titles by this author."--Linda
Hutton, Editor, "Hutton Publications"" ""When bears are healthy,
the world is healthy, and our task is to see to it that they can
live well. Howard Smith's lucid introduction to North America's
bears helps us understand that essential work, and it belongs in
every planetary caretaker's library."--Gregory McNamee, author of
"Blue Mountains Far Away: Journeys Into the American Wilderness"
and "In the Presence of Wolves"""
"In the Company of Wild Bears: A Celebration of Backcountry
Grizzlies and Black Bears" pairs photographer Michael H. Francis'
black and white photos of bears in the field with a blend of writer
Howard Smith's bear encounters paired with sidebars of bear facts
and safety tips. What makes this different from the usual bear
guide--many laden with color photos and made for coffee table
display --already on the market is an attention to understanding
the bear's habitat and psyche: chapters focus on first-person
encounters which provide such insights and understanding, and are
designed to reduce reader fears about bear activities and
presence.--Diane C. Donovan, "California Bookwatch"
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Smith ("Yellowstone Memories") delivers a loving tribute to the
"Ursidae "family that will delight animal enthusiasts and could
even make a convert of famed (and faux) bear-hater Stephen Colbert.
Smith combines accounts of his true-life encounters with bears
across North America, from Alaska's Talkeetna Mountains to the
Grand Teton and Shenandoah National Parks, with no-nonsense
sidebars that dispense useful information for people interested in
seeing bears firsthand. Supported on almost every page by Francis's
gorgeous photos, the book more than meets Smith's goal of providing
an account that is "representative of what it means to walk in bear
country." One of the most entertaining adventures involves an
exploration of Wyoming's Pilgrim Creek near Grand Teton National
Park, which also features Smith's surprisingly rugged West Highland
terrier. Smith's explorations also serve to counter what he calls
"sensational" stories about bear maulings so he can encourage
people to safely explore the backcountry. The book is best at
showing that bears are "a metaphor for simply enjoying the
sparkling wonder of wildness."--"Publishers Weekly"
"When bears are healthy, the world is healthy, and our task is to
see to it that they--and every other voyager on this grand ark--can
live well. Howard Smith's lucid introduction to North America's
bears helps us understand that essential work, and it belongs in
every planetary caretaker's library."--Gregory McNamee, author of
"Blue Mountains Far Away: Journeys Into the American Wilderness"
and "In the Presence of Wolves"
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"If you are not yet acquainted with Smith's books, you're in for a
literary treat. He is a rare writer who can grab the reader by the
throat and haul him along for a true wilderness adventure. Smith's
prose is technically accurate, while his style is fast-moving and
concise. The reader is able to picture, understand, and become a
part of the scene Smith describes. Photos by Michael H. Francis add
to this c
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