The Grizzly Bear: The Narrative of a Hunter-Naturalist (Frontier Classics Library) [Leather Bound] William Henry Wright

Description

2009 edition. Leatherbound hardcover has some minor wear along the sides, scuffs and marks. No dust jacket. Spine has some wear on the top and bottom. Gold pages are clean and the binding is secure.

This leatherbound edition of William Henry Wright’s “The Grizzly Bear” is a treasure for collectors and readers alike. Originally published in 1909, this classic work is a firsthand account of Wright’s experiences hunting and observing grizzly bears in the American West during the late 19th century. As a skilled hunter and naturalist, Wright provides vivid descriptions of the grizzly’s behavior, habits, and habitats, offering a rare glimpse into a rapidly vanishing wilderness.

Beyond its scientific value, the book is a captivating narrative that transports readers to a bygone era when grizzlies still roamed freely across the Rocky Mountains and Great Plains. Wright’s prose is both poetic and pragmatic, reflecting the awe and respect he held for these magnificent creatures, as well as the harsh realities of frontier life.

This 2009 edition from the Frontier Classics Library is a beautifully crafted volume, with its leatherbound cover and gilded pages evoking the rugged elegance of the American West. While showing some signs of wear, the book’s overall condition is remarkable, ensuring that Wright’s timeless tale can be enjoyed by generations of readers and collectors to come.