Longbows in the Far North: An Archer's Adventures in Alaska and Siberia [Paperback]

E. Donnall Thomas Jr. (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: July 10, 2007

In this entertaining collection of memoirs, Don Thomas takes readers to places few will ever have a chance to explore. His deep respect for the wildness of nature is ever-present as he recounts the country, people, and animals he encountered during archery expeditions in Alaska and Siberia. Whether pursuing open-country caribou, stalking Russian rams, or quietly observing black bears on the coast of Alaska, Thomas s vivid descriptions of the Arctic wilderness convey the wonder inherent in the hunting experience. 16 stories of bowhunting adventure in the Far North including exciting encounters with bears, moose, wolves, rams, and deer.

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About the Author

E. Donnall Thomas Jr. lived and hunted in Alaska for many years. His essays and stories have appeared in Gray s Sporting Journal, Bowhunter Magazine, and Game Journal.

Product Details

• Paperback: 144 pages
• Publisher: Stackpole Books (July 10, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 081173434X
• ISBN-13: 978-0811734349
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 6.1 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 6.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,204,711 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Traditional Bowhunting at its finest., October 14, 1998

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T. Mullane (Hagerstown, MD) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Longbows in the Far North (Hardcover)

As a traditional bowhunter, I found Dr. Thomas' stories to be not only informative but delightfully entertaining. He brings out not only the adventure of the hunt but the ethics of the sport. He has taken us to places that few will be able to go and made us see them through the eyes of a hunter and naturalist. He shows us that it is the hunt that matters, not the harvest. His ethical approach to our sport is a lesson to all who bowhunt. I can not recommend this book more highly. Whether you hunt with modern Hi-Tech equipment or carry a stick bow this book is required reading

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding, April 15, 1999

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This review is from: Longbows in the Far North (Hardcover)

This far outshines the vast majority of modern hunting literature. I love the fact that not every story ends with a successful kill.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A gentleman's story........., November 3, 2005

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Robert N. Downs "nigeldowns" (England) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Longbows in the Far North (Hardcover)

Lonbows in the Far North by E. Donnall Thomas
Ethics and good taste, intelligence,knowledge and a special style of writing makes this book a winner on short stories of his observations,endurance and good humour. He doen't just want to be out there killing everything is sight. His anticipation starts from when the boots go on. Every shoot is not successful in a trophy,but it is award winning in the enjoyment of his pursuit.