Wednesday, October 5, 2016

Book Report – "Wolf Land"

Often we only look at the myth of the wolf when we consider wolf reintroduction.  The reality is messy and filled with all the follies and prejudices that humans bring to the issue.  This book helps show the human side and struggle.

Years ago, biologist and trapper Carter Niemeyer's job was to kill problem wolves in the northern Rocky Mountains. Since then, he's become a supporter of wolves, a consultant when wolf and livestock issues arise, as well as an interpreter to a curious public of what goes on behind the scenes in the controversial world of wolf management.  In his recently released memoir, "Wolf Land"(Bottlefly Press, 183 pages, $15.57), Niemeyer shares recollections from his thirty-some years of wolf work…


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