Of Wolves and Men

摘要: Originally published in 1978, this classic exploration of humanity s complex relationship with and understanding wolves returns a new afterword by the author. Humankind's wolf is based on spectrum responses running from fear to admiration affection. Lopez classic, careful study won praise wide range reviewers went improve way books about wild animals are written. Of Wolves Men reveals uneasy interaction between civilization over centuries, wolf's prominence our thoughts creatures. Drawing an astonishing array literature, history, science, mythology as well considerable personal experience captive free-ranging wolves, argues for necessity preservation envelops reader its sensory world, creating compelling picture both real animal imagined man. A scientist might perceive defined research data, while Eskimo hunter sees family provider much like himself. For many Native Americans also spiritual symbol, respected that can make individual community stronger. With irresistible charm elegance, "Of "celebrates scientific fieldwork, dispels folklore has enabled Western mind demonize explains myths, honors indigenous traditions, allowing us further understand how incredible come live so strongly human heart."