Hunting The Grisly And Other Sketches - Roosevelt Theodore

Hunting The Grisly And Other Sketches is a collection of essays written by Theodore Roosevelt, the 26th President of the United States. The book was first published in 1893 and contains a series of stories about Roosevelt's experiences hunting and exploring the American West. The essays cover a range of topics, including Roosevelt's encounters with grizzly bears, his observations of the natural world, and his reflections on the frontier spirit of the American people. The book is divided into six sections, each focusing on a different aspect of Roosevelt's adventures in the West.In addition to his hunting stories, Roosevelt also writes about his interactions with Native American tribes and his thoughts on the conservation of natural resources. The book provides a glimpse into the mindset of a man who would later become known as a champion of conservation and environmentalism.Overall, Hunting The Grisly And Other Sketches is a fascinating look at the life and adventures of one of America's most iconic figures. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the American West, outdoor adventure, or the life of Theodore Roosevelt.The unfortunate man, having finished his packing, had sat down on the spruce log with his face to the fire, and his back to the dense woods, to wait for his companion. While thus waiting, his monstrous assailant, which must have been lurking nearby in the woods, waiting for a chance to catch one of the adventurers unprepared, came silently up from behind, walking with long, noiseless steps, and seemingly still on two legs.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

EAN: 9781419125003