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Shooting Bears: The Adventures of a Wildlife Photographer

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Working with fish and game in Alaska,I find it refreshing in this day and age to view a work like Shooting Bears that portrays true photographic mastery: instead of being full of game farms, zoos and computer-enhanced photos. At one glance I was enthralled with the perfection of Pezzenti's work in this truly unique book of bears.

Never before have I seen more compelling photos of grizzly bears at night, or more profound images of polar bears. In several of the polar bear shots Pezzenti actually catches the glow of the sun setting on their teeth; unbelievable! There are no finer shots or more professional images of black bears and cubs to be found in the world today. The shots of brown bears still remain planted in my mindseye as I have never before seen such clarity in a nature photographer's work -- let alone with bears. The shots in this book are very gripping and compelling.

After reading the review on Shooting Bears in Shutterbug, I dropped everything and bought a copy. They called him one of the best there is; but this falls short because his photography is indescribable and obviously born of love. If his photowork doesn't make him top in the business (and it does), then his writing more than places him there.

If you desire a wilderness book full of photos that transcends anyone's work you've ever seen, this is it; but also get ready for a narrative that captures your attention completely. John Pezzenti is a true wilderness artist--in both picture and word. I loved this book immensely; it is groundbreaking work without equal.

In the 90's when I lived in Alaska I pursued that lands great mammals with my camera. Along the way I met John Pezzenti. Not only is he an author who captures the mystery and thrill of wildlife adventure photography through a unique voice, he is one of the best nature and wildlife photographers in the world. This stunning book adds another notch onto his Nikon. It helped me be there again, but this time sitting with a cup of tea instead of the rain, bugs, miserable weather, and other hardships that John lives with daily. Buy this book! You'll love it too!

If you are interested in bears,then this is the book for you.Amazing photographs,and accounts by the author,who has spent over 30yrs working and living with these wonderful creatures.A fantastic book,thank you Mr Pezzenti for sharing your experiences with us less fortunate people.

John Pezzenti once again is shareing his world with us in his latest book, Shooting Bears: This beautifully bound album of magnificient photographs truly show cases John`s mastery of the lens and his knowledge of his subjects. The stories John shares with us in Shooting Bears:, both with his pen, and with his camera, are a pricless treasure that will leave you in awe of these wonderful wild animals and in wonder at this artists extreme talent. John takes you along in his travels and shows you

in his photographs just why he goes there. This wonderful display is a must-have for all who enjoy wildlife and bears in particular, and for those who appreciate being right out there with them. Thanks for the wonderful trip John, God Bless.

You can immerse yourself for hours with John Pezzenti's new bear book. John takes you on an adventure of a lifetime - a lifetime spent with bears as only John can capture on film and with words! He keeps you on the edge of your seat with his riveting stories of his encounters with bears and the photographs of these bears are amazing! I enjoyed giving and sharing this awesome book with family from the lower 48, for them to explore and view a bears life along with John. They were mesmerized!

Thanks John for a truely "Alaskan" gift!!!!!

Another stunning work by John Pezzenti!

After being completely mesmerized by the breathtaking photography, I was able to draw myself away to read the accompanying text, and it was equally impressive.

Intermingling words and images, he captures the pure essence of his subject, this time the majestic Bears, and transforms it into a medium that allows us all to share his vision.

John truly brings forth the spirit of the Bear, and takes you deep into the wild places where he dwells. With the incredible tales and the extraordinary visual accompaniment, it is a journey you will never forget.

The photograhy is outstanding, as is all of Pezzenti's work. The stories will make you laugh, or keep you on the edge of your seat, and you will want to read every last word.

Whether your interest is bears, wildlife, nature photography, art, or adventure, this book is not to be missed.

I just went to Princes of Wales Island, Thorne Bay, Alaska from Dallas, Texas. I became really intersted in bears after seeing black bears on various rivers that I was fly fishing for salmon on around the area of Thorne Bay. I found this book in a book store in Bellingham, Washington on my return back to Texas. Wonderful pictures and the stories are mind boggling. I enjoyed this book so much and learned a great deal more about bears. I know in the future, I will be more "cautious" when in bear country. I have heard several of those same rumors about bears. I would highly recommed this book to anyone. Absolutely fascinating. The photography is outstanding. The author is "gutsy".

This book is another fine example of John Pezzenti's work. The pasion he has for bears and all wildlife comes through in every picture. While I and many others will buy this book for the pictures, which alone is worth the price, reading the text brought a new level of understanding and appreciation for both the bears and John.
While not all of the book is about Alaska, I highly recomend this book to all Alaskans, as well as people who not as fortunate to live here.

"SHOOTING BEARS" is a masterpiece of knowledge and highly technical and artistic photography woven into the ultimate book on bears ever published.

If I wasn't laughing about the chapter "Hunt of the Bozo's"; I was crying over one of his other unique encounters. While all of the narritive kept me on the edge of my chair, Coming from Denali Park; I,ve heard it all about bears for years; but no one ever has had the fortitude and talent to create a book of this techinal depth, unique character, and overwhelming magnitude.

While Pezzenti's work in his Alaska and American Eagle books completly blew nature photography to a higher level, Shooting Bears convinced me that this Photojounalist (Pezzenti) is without question in a league of his own and even the top pro's need to study this man's work. But don,t take my word for it, 30 minutes alone with Shooting Bears in your lap will forever embed Pezzenti's work in your heart as well.

Thanks, John. You continue to enlighten and amaze us all with your creations.

I so look forward to every new offering by Mr. Pezzenti. Each and every book reminds me of why I moved to Alaska. The awesome power and beauty of Mother Nature is everywhere and there is no other series of books that I have experienced that moves me the way Mr. Pezzenti's does. The images take my breath away and the text is mesmerizing. Sometimes bringing me to tears and other times leaves me rolling on the floor with laughter. This book is no exception. Reading it helps take me back to my first sighting of a giant Kodiak Brown Bear lumbering along the beach. The sight was almost indescribable.
I have collected these books for several of my friends and family members because this is the best way for them to understand why I packed up my life and moved north. Now they can't wait to visit.