Baree: The Story of a Wolf-Dog [Paperback]

James Oliver Curwood (Author)

Book Description

Series: Medallion Editions for Young Readers | Publication Date: June 3, 1999

The thrilling story of a half-tame, half-wild wolf pup, who must survive alone in the wild, encountering other creatures and eventually humans, including a sinister trapper and a young girl from whom he learns love, compassion, and loyalty.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"A timeless tale…Curwood captures the simplicity and beauty of nature without becoming sentimental. " —ALA Booklist

"One of the most engaging novels you will ever read." —The Family Bookshelf

"Baree's dramatic coming of age entails such key moments as letting out his first wolf howl; realizing that there are creatures more powerful than he in the wild; and having a pack of wolves turn on him…A sensitively written novel—about life in the wild and especially about how animals may perceive experiences—that's bound to find fans." —Kirkus Reviews

"Cliffhanging adventures abound for Baree through the course of the story, and Curwood's natural storytelling abilities coupled with his knowledge of the wilderness makes them realistic and believable. This is an exciting, colorful tale that…ranks with the work of Jack London." —Voice of Youth Advocates (VOYA)

About the Author

James Oliver Curwood (1878-1927) was one of America's most popular wilderness adventure writers and an early conservationist, fighting for ecology long before it became the popular movement of today. He wrote thirty-three books, including The Grizzly King, the 1916 novel on which the 1989 film The Bear is based, and which has been reissued by Newmarket Press under the title The Bear: A Novel.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 13 and up
  
• Paperback: 256 pages
• Publisher: William Morrow Paperbacks (June 3, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1557041326
• ISBN-13: 978-1557041326
• Product Dimensions: 7.7 x 5.2 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #989,259 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

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14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Adventure Story, November 1, 2003

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mikey g "mikey" (Richmond, Virginia United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Baree, the Story of a Wolf-Dog (Paperback)

This is the story of a wolf/dog named Baree. Soon after he is born, he is separated from his "parents". Baree then begins the quest of having to survive on his own in the harsh envirionment of the Canadian wilderness. As Baree grows older, he has encounters with a near sighted owl, he befriends a bear,and tries to make friends with a colony of beavers. Then Baree comes up against his most perplexing animal,.....Man! Baree quickly wants the companionship that Willow(a beautiful young woman) offers. He follows her everywhere and has a strong bond with her that cannot be broken. He will do anything to protect her, and that includes keeping her safe from her family's enemy, a evil man called the Factor of Lac Bain.
The writer of this book expertly describes the feelings and thoughts going through the mind of the young Baree, and through out the book, we root for him all through hisd triumphs and tradigies. The wilderness is described beautifully and also becomes a "character" of the story as well.
This book is well written, easy to read , and holds the readers interest all the way till the satisfying conclusion.

8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I FANTASTIC book, you HAVE to read it!!!!!!!!!!!, October 17, 1999

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Anna Soens - See all my reviews

This review is from: Baree: The Story of a Wolf-Dog (Paperback)

It is an exciting and interesting book of a wolf-dog who isseperated from his blind wolf mother and the dreaded dog of the north,Kazan. He is only a few months old and has to learn how to survive with only the help of his instincs. He later meets a young girl named Nepeese and her father Pierre. He then needs to learn to trust and love as he never has before. It is a wonderful book that will keep you hooked just after the firt few pages.You have to read this book!!!!!!!!!!!!! If you don't have it get it now!!!!!!! If you haven't read it, read it!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I love this book!!!!!!!!!!!!!

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This book was beautifully written., October 24, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Baree: The Story of a Wolf-Dog (Paperback)

I thought this book was wonderful. It should be up there with the best of them, like Jack London's "Call of the Wild". It tells the story of a wolf cub seperated from its mother, and the adventures in the wilderness it encounters. It has very descriptive details and shows us all the true meaning of love and devotion.