Gow, Derek

Hunt for the Shadow Wolf: The lost history of wolves in Britain and the myths and stories that surround them

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ISBN 13:
9781645020424
author:
Gow, Derek
format:
Hardback
publisher:
Chelsea Green Publishing Co
language:
English
Publication Year:
2024
Pages:
256
Dimensions:
21.6 x 14 x 2.6 centimetres (0.4
Genre:
Nonfiction, Social Sciences, Folklore & Mythology,
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 10 working days
£16.19

Description

Derek Gow's Hunt for the Shadow Wolf is a fascinating exploration of the true nature of the wolf in British history. The author's quest to reintroduce the beaver led him to uncover stories of the wolf, both real and mythical, and his fascination with it grew. As Gow delved deeper into the subject, he discovered that the wolf was not just a majestic creature, but also a symbol of power and profit. The wolf was hunted to extinction, and its extirpation was seen as a civilising mission. However, the wolf endured, and Gow shares his sightings through folklore and mythology, as well as records of grand estates and parish churches. With a mix of humour and tenderness, Gow makes a compelling case for reconciling our relationship with the wolf before we can bring it back to the wild.

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