BOOK BRIEF

Of Wolves and Men

Barry Lopez
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Of Wolves and Men

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2004

Book Brief

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Barry Lopez

Of Wolves and Men

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2004
Book Details
Pages

320

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Theme
Environment
Topic
Animals

Science & Nature

World History
Publication Year

2004

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

16+ years

Lexile Level

1220L

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Super Short Summary

Of Wolves and Men by Barry Lopez explores the complex relationship between people and wolves, examining cultural, historical, and ecological perspectives. Through meticulous research, Lopez delves into the myths, misconceptions, and realities surrounding wolves, highlighting their significance and impact on human society and natural ecosystems. The book aims to foster understanding and respect between humans and these often-misunderstood creatures.

Informative

Contemplative

Mysterious

Emotional

Melancholic

Reviews & Readership

4.4

4,275 ratings

82%

Loved it

14%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Barry Lopez's Of Wolves and Men offers a comprehensive exploration of the complex relationship between humans and wolves. Praised for its lyrical prose and depth of research, the book combines natural history with cultural analysis. While some find it overly detailed, it generally enriches understanding and appreciation of wolves.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Of Wolves and Men?

Readers who savor Of Wolves and Men by Barry Lopez are typically nature enthusiasts and environmental scholars. Comparable to Aldo Leopold's A Sand County Almanac and Peter Matthiessen's The Snow Leopard, this audience appreciates deep ecological narratives and the intertwining of wildlife and human culture.

4.4

4,275 ratings

82%

Loved it

14%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

320

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Theme
Environment
Topic
Animals

Science & Nature

World History
Publication Year

2004

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

16+ years

Lexile Level

1220L

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