Michigan-born James Oliver Curwood, author of thirty-three books, was one of the world's most popular adventure writers, often ranked in a class with Jack London and Zane Grey. Curwood's realm was the North and Northwest; his assets, a remarkable imagination and insight into animals, a love of nature, and a born storytelling gift. He was a seasoned hunter and tracker himself when he faced the open jaws of a grizzly who chose not to kill him. The encounter transformed him and became the inspiration for his novel The Bear, which was the basis for Jean-Jacques Annaud's film success.
"A timeless tale...Curwood captures the simplicity and beauty of
nature without becoming sentimental. " --"ALA Booklist"
"One of the most engaging novels you will ever read." --"The Family
Bookshelf"
"Baree's dramatic coming of age entails such key moments as letting
out his first wolf howl; realizing that there are creatures more
powerful than he in the wild; and having a pack of wolves turn on
him...A sensitively written novel--about life in the wild and
especially about how animals may perceive experiences--that's bound
to find fans." --"Kirkus Reviews"
"Cliffhanging adventures abound for "Baree" through the course of
the story, and Curwood's natural storytelling abilities coupled
with his knowledge of the wilderness makes them realistic and
believable. This is an exciting, colorful tale that...ranks with
the work of Jack London." --Voice of Youth Advocates (VOYA)
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