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A BOOK THAT CHANGED AMERICA... Ernest Thompson Seton was an influential naturalist, and a sometime professional hunter and trapper. Much of this book speaks to the contradictions between these roles. In November 2008, both the PBS series, "Nature," and the BBC series, "Natural World," presented episodes called "The Wolf That Changed America," about Seton, focused in particular on the first story in this book: "Lobo, King of the Currumpaw." Their contention was that his experiences in the capture of Lobo made him the outspoken and controversial activist for wildlife preservation he became. From...

Ernest Seton's stories reach, inside the animals he writes about in telling their stories. He gives us a greater understanding of their lives on planet earth. Adventure, comedy and sadness all intertwine to make these stories hard to put down until the last word...

Dive into the enchanting world of Wild Animals I Have Known, an 1898 masterpiece by naturalist and storyteller Ernest Thompson Seton. As a pioneer of realistic wild-animal fiction, Seton captivates readers with his first collection of short stories, quickly becoming a beloved classic. The opening tale, Lobo the King of Currumpaw, draws from Setons own adventures hunting wolves in the southwestern United States, setting a poignant tone for his future works. In these stories, Seton paints animals—especially misunderstood predators—as compassionate and individualistic beings, challenging the ...

In Tale of Jolly Robin, we explore the captivating lives of extraordinary animal heroes, each with their own remarkable stories that spark the imagination and touch our hearts. Every tale is rooted in the true experiences of these remarkable creatures. From the enchanting tale of the White Reindeer, penned during a summer in Norway in 1900, to the gripping adventures of the Lynx, inspired by personal encounters in the wilderness, this collection showcases the heroism found in nature. The legendary Jack Warhorse, whose feats are still remembered by many, adds to this rich tapestry of stories. ...

When a baby squirrel loses his mother to tragedy, he finds an unlikely guardian in a farm cat. As Rusty grows, disaster strikes when the barn becomes engulfed in flames, forcing him to flee into the wild. There, he embarks on a journey of survival, discovering resilience and forging a new life in the depths of the forest. - Summary by Wikipedia

Wahb, the orphaned Grizzly Bear, embarks on a profound journey of self-discovery as he learns to confront his fears, advocate for peace, and embrace the healing magic of a stinky hot spring. Titled The Biography of a Grizzly, this captivating tale delves into the life of a Grizzly Bear, revealing the harsh realities of their existence. Seton weaves a folksy narrative that not only illuminates the challenges Grizzlies face—from survival against gunshots to navigating bear traps—but also shares insights into their lifespans and diets. Beautifully crafted, each moment pulls you deeper into ...

I first discovered this captivating book in the fifth grade, and over fifty years later, it still enchants me. Ernest Thompson Seton was not only a passionate advocate for nature and its creatures but also an extraordinary storyteller. I could truly empathize with Wahb, the great grizzly, as he navigated the challenges of avoiding humans while striving to live freely in his natural habitat. Listening to this audiobook promises to be an enriching hour and a half. Summary by Mike Vendetti, Narrator.

"The life of a wild animal always has a tragic end," as Ernest Thompson Seton said. This is the story of Metitsi Wahb, born a playful cub, orphaned young by the murder of his mother, his brothers and sister, raising himself surrounded by enemies, and growing to the fiercest creature anywhere in his vast range -- though showing himself a gentleman in the Yellowstone National Park. And finally, he is laid low by a smaller, more cunning enemy, and defeated in the end by age and injury. "The life of a wild animal always has a tragic end." I'll warn you this is a gentle and yet violent story, a ...

Ernest Thompson Seton's book, "Monarch, the Big Bear of Tallac." Published in 1919, it tells the story of a tiny Grizzly cub who grew to be the Monarch of the Plains -- and the Prisoner of humanity's arrogance. "Kind memory calls the picture up before me now, clear, living clear: I see them as they sat, the one small and slight, the other tall and brawny, leader and led, rough men of the hills. They told me this tale--in broken bits they gave it, a sentence at a time. ... They told of the river at our feet: of its rise, a thread-like rill, afar on Tallac's side, and its growth--a brook, a ...

История мальчика, который волею случая был воспитан индейцем и стал замечательным охотником и следопытом.

Маленькие дикари - повесть канадского писателя Эрнеста Сетона-Томпсона, жанр детская литература, приключения. Приключения подростков, которые решили поселиться в лесу и пожить жизнью индейцев. Темы индейского быта и жизни на природе, среди диких животных, соединились в увлекательной и познавательной книге.

Wahb (meaning White Bear) is an orphaned Grizzly Bear who learns to respect his fears, fight for peace, and trust the healing powers of a stinky hot-spring. The story is aptly titled "The Biography of a Grizzly" because it is about the life of a Grizzly. Seton writes with a folksy tone that will enlighten children to the gore and war that Grizzly Bears endure.

Příběh o přátelství, vztahu k přírodě a zálesáctví, který zásadně ovlivnil generace čtenářů. Dva kamarádi Yan a Sam prožívají svá dobrodružství na kanadské farmě na pomezí hlubokých lesů. Poznávají vlastnosti a zvyky divoké zvěře. Učí se orientovat v drsné přírodě, rozdělat oheň, postavit si týpí, vydělávat kůže, ušít si obuv a mnoho dalších indiánských dovedností. Málokdo odolá pokušení vyrobit si vlastní luk, indiánskou čelenku, mokasíny, nebo dokonce návodu jak vycpat výra. Kniha probouzí neutuchající vášeň pro každou chvilku strávenou v přírodě a schopnost v ní přežít.