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Most people conjure up images of gargantuan grizzlies with razor-sharp claws and teeth when they think of bears. And, while this may be true, there is also another side to these endearingly large mammals. In the Company of Bears reveals the real life of these massive bruins. It melds fascinating real-life human/bear encounters with world-class photography to create a unique experience most readers have only dreamed of. If you like bears, you'll love this book!

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Smith delivers a loving tribute to the Ursidae family that will delight animal enthusiasts and could even make a convert of famed (and faux) bear-hater Stephen Colbert. Supported on almost every page by Francis's gorgeous photos, the book more than meets Smith's goal of providing an account that is 'representative of what it means to walk in bear country.' -- Publishers Weekly Smith's fascination with and respect for this great animal make for an instructive and fun book, lavishly illustrated by wildlife photographer Francis. -- Booklist <br> Adrenaline flows freely--both for Howard Smith in the company of wild bears and for the reader in his armchair at home. This book will whet your appetite for more titles by this author. --Linda Hutton, Editor, Hutton Publications When bears are healthy, the world is healthy, and our task is to see to it that they can live well. Howard Smith's lucid introduction to North America's bears helps us understand that essential work, and it belongs in every planetary caretaker's library. --Gregory McNamee, author of Blue Mountains Far Away: Journeys Into the American Wilderness and In the Presence of Wolves <br> In the Company of Wild Bears: A Celebration of Backcountry Grizzlies and Black Bears pairs photographer Michael H. Francis' black and white photos of bears in the field with a blend of writer Howard Smith's bear encounters paired with sidebars of bear facts and safety tips. What makes this different from the usual bear guide--many laden with color photos and made for coffee table display --already on the market is an attention to understanding the bear's habitat and psyche: chapters focus on first-person encounters which providesuch insights and understanding, and are designed to reduce reader fears about bear activities and presence.--Diane C. Donovan, California Bookwatch <br> <br> <br>

Smith ( Yellowstone Memories ) delivers a loving tribute to the Ursidae family that will delight animal enthusiasts and could even make a convert of famed (and faux) bear-hater Stephen Colbert. Smith combines accounts of his true-life encounters with bears across North America, from Alaska's Talkeetna Mountains to the Grand Teton and Shenandoah National Parks, with no-nonsense sidebars that dispense useful information for people interested in seeing bears firsthand. Supported on almost every page by Francis's gorgeous photos, the book more than meets Smith's goal of providing an account that is representative of what it means to walk in bear country. One of the most entertaining adventures involves an exploration of Wyoming's Pilgrim Creek near Grand Teton National Park, which also features Smith's surprisingly rugged West Highland terrier. Smith's explorations also serve to counter what he calls sensational stories about bear maulings so he can encourage people to safely explore the backcountry. The book is best at showing that bears are a metaphor for simply enjoying the sparkling wonder of wildness. -- Publishers Weekly When bears are healthy, the world is healthy, and our task is to see to it that they--and every other voyager on this grand ark--can live well. Howard Smith's lucid introduction to North America's bears helps us understand that essential work, and it belongs in every planetary caretaker's library. --Gregory McNamee, author of Blue Mountains Far Away: Journeys Into the American Wilderness and In the Presence of Wolves If you are not yet acquainted with Smith's books, you're in for a literary treat. He is a rare writer who can grab the reader by the throat and haul him along for a true wilderness adventure. Smith's prose is technically accurate, while his style is fast-moving and concise. The reader is able to picture, understand, and become a part of the scene Smith describes. Photos by Michael H. Francis add to this c

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Howard Smith is an inveterate wilderness junkie with a passion for anything outdoors. Michael Francis is an internationally renowned wildlife photographer.

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