In The Presence Of Grizzlies: The Ancient Bond Between Men And Bears Download Free (EPUB, PDF)
Winner of ForeWord Magazine's 2006 Gold Award for Nature Book of the Year The most comprehensive and compelling chronicle of human–grizzly-bear interactions ever written, In the Presence of Grizzlies (formerly published as The Essential Grizzly) examines the fragile bond between ourselves and the quintessential alpha predator. Doug and Andrea Peacock contend that the conservation of big, wild, sometimes dangerous animals is essential for the survival of our own species and for the sense of humility necessary for rational thought. They explore a wide range of human-grizzly encounters through interviews with biologists, mauling victims, hunters, and photographers. To these they add unique portraits―sketches of real grizzlies from the bear's viewpoint―and up-to-date commentary on such developments as the declassification of grizzlies as an endangered species. In the Presence of Grizzlies eclipses all existing books on bear behavior and bear attacks, providing readers with a twenty-first-century context for revisiting the original shudder of Homo sapiens―the bear in the cave of our genesis.
Paperback: 256 pages
Publisher: Lyons Press; Revised, Updated ed. edition (March 17, 2009)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1599214903
ISBN-13: 978-1599214900
Product Dimensions: 6 x 0.7 x 8.9 inches
Shipping Weight: 12.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
Average Customer Review: 3.1 out of 5 stars See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
Best Sellers Rank: #990,273 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #128 in Books > Science & Math > Biological Sciences > Animals > Bears #6441 in Books > Science & Math > Nature & Ecology > Fauna
A couple of days ago, I ordered this book also thinking it was a new one from Doug and Andrew Peacock. However, when it arrived I discovered it was the SAME EXACT text as The Essential Grizzly. I think that using a different title/cover was sketchy and I saw no indication on the book's cover or on 's website. Once again, I think this is an incredible book, (just like Doug's others---Walking it Off, Grizzly Years) but to just slap on a totally new title and cover photo to sell more copies is pretty deceiving--especially when its only 2 years later and from the same publisher.
Although this book is excellent I bought it thinking that it was a new book by Doug and Andrea Peacock only to find it's another edition of their previous book, The Essential Grizzly. So I ended up with the same book not knowing it was the same but with another title! I'll send it back as I don't need 2! The book itself is superb!
I just finished "In The Presence of Grizzlies". I thought it was very well written and flowed well. I liked the parts about the politics,as I have followed the reintroduction of the wolves to Yellowstone and didn't realize how much there is to do in regards to grizzlies. I read Doug's previous two books and felt this one followed well.I was lucky to have read the previous review concerning the previous edition, and thought well of the author's willingness to come forward and apologize.
In The Presence Of Grizzlies, by Doug and Andrea Peacock, not only presents the plight the American Grizzly is facing in the world today, it addresses the controversies and political jousting over the rights of this majestic animal to fill its biological niche in the American ecosystem. The authors expose the myopic practices of "human-centered" management of the wilderness and its component species. They also stress the importance of sharing our existence with an animal whose presence can hone our senses to a heightened awareness, while experiencing the ancient alchemy concocted with awe and respect-- an experience which gives us "a window to the connectedness of all life."
This is quite a good read for anyone who wants to get into the mind of these alpha predators. To get the full picture on bears, also check Bears: A Brief History by Bernd Brunner.
This is the same exact book as previously published by Doug Peacock. Different title!I sent it back.
If you want to become bear food then read this book and believe the propaganda in the book. It has some interesting stories but is full of misleading guidance. It gives the reader an inaccurate understanding of the bear. Read the three bear attack / survival books by author JAMES GARY SHELTON. You can get all three on . I started reading the 1st book about a week ago. I am already 77 pages into the 3rd book in just about 1 week of reading. The books by shelton may save your life if you frequent the outdoors.
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