Publisher's Synopsis
Hunting the Grisly, and Other Sketches: A Vivid Portrait of the American Frontier and Its Legendary Big Game
Theodore Roosevelt (1858-1919) was the 26th President of the United States, a soldier, historian, naturalist, and prolific writer whose vigorous spirit embodied the ideals of the American frontier. Born into a prominent New York family, Roosevelt overcame childhood illness through a life of physical exertion and adventure. His diverse career spanned public service, military leadership during the Spanish-American War, conservation advocacy, and literary pursuits. A passionate outdoorsman, he championed the preservation of America's natural resources and founded numerous national parks, forests, and monuments. His lively and authoritative writing on history, politics, and nature reflected his deep love for the American wilderness and its traditions.
Hunting the Grisly, and Other Sketches, first published in 1902, is a spirited collection of Roosevelt's personal experiences hunting some of North America's most formidable game, including bears, cougars, and bison. With keen observation and characteristic energy, Roosevelt recounts the dangers, hardships, and triumphs of frontier hunting life, capturing a vanishing era of rugged wilderness and legendary figures. Blending storytelling with natural history, the book offers readers an authentic glimpse into the challenges of the American West at the turn of the twentieth century and stands as a classic testament to Roosevelt's enduring love for the wild.
