Alaska's Wolf Man: The 1915-55 Wilderness Adventures of Frank Glaser
by Jim Rearden
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Author: Jim ReardenEdition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 1998-04
ISBN: 1575100479
Number of pages: 330
Publisher: Pictorial Histories Pub Co
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Book Review: Even a vegetarian, anti-hunting reader loves this book
Summary: 5 Stars
I hesitated to read this book because I am very sensitive to animal cruelty issues, I detest hunting for sport, I find fur trapping morally repugnant, and I am adamantly opposed to the systemic extermination of wolves, coyotes, bears, cougars and other predator species. And yet... this is one of the most fascinating, informative and also entertaining books I have ever read. While I still regret much of the killing that is described in the book, I could not help but respect Glaser for his professionalism, his extremely detailed knowledge of wildlife, and his attempts to be humane even in the context of being a professional hunter. Glaser is a wonderful example of a truly self-sufficient outdoorsman; not the macho stereotype but a shy, methodical, intelligent man who not only made a living, but thrived, in conditions that killed many a more physically powerful man because he understood and respected the principles of wilderness survival. His observations on the behavior of moose, caribou, wolves, bears, wolverines, ravens and other animals are just fascinating and told with a sense of respect for nature and a wry humor. One learns how challenging it is to run a dog team and the pros and cons of using wolf hybrids. His description of the heart and intelligence of his wolf-dog Queenie is one of the more touching human-animal relationships I have ever had the pleasure of learning about. There were times when I had to put the book down and have a good cry over some of the more horrific animal death scenes, but then I picked it back up and kept on reading.
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