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Wolf Empire: An Intimate Portrait of a Species

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There have been dozens of wolf books over the years, all very informative, but no one has ever photographed wolves with such respect and profound beauty in this way before. For Scott Ian Barry, these wolves are given the celebrity they deserve in the classic black and white photographic tradition of Ansel Adams. Here in "Wolf Empire," each wolf is an individual soul within the world of the pack. And whenever you see such an animal as a true individual, you are forever linked to those eyes looking back at you........you will remember them and hopefully speak for them as their ultimate survival remains in jeopardy. This book is a perfect gift and a must for your own collection.

WOLF EMPIRE: AN INTIMATE PORTRAIT OF A SPECIES comes from an award-winning photographer who captures gorgeous wolf scenes in black and white - many of his works printed here for the first time. He's spent over three decades observing and photographing wolves and researching them, so WOLF EMPIRE is more than a season or two of shots, but a lifetime of experience, highly recommended for any collection strong in natural history or nature photography alike.

I have a deep fascination with wolves and I'm always on the lookout for more to read about them. This book was a gift from my husband, and it didn't disappoint. Barry's writing is friendly, informal, and informative. He is clearly in awe of his subjects and treats them with respect, but also has a sense of humor that makes his text and his photography equally engaging. If you skip over the text, that's fine, because the main attraction is the photography. Barry captures some truly intimate pictures of wolves. They are at once as familiar as domestic dogs and as fierce and mysterious as folklore has always depicted them. The elaborate rankings and rituals of wolf society are depicted and helpfully explained, but what really interested me were the shots that showed the individual personalities that make up a pack, and the pictures of wolves' faces that were so expressive. The stark black and white tones allow you to focus fully on the wolves, but Barry's descriptions of a wolf's eyes or the subtle shading of color in its fur made me wish at least a few pictures had been in color.

This was a gift for my 16 year-old son. He has always been fascinated with wolves. He absolutely loved the book. I knew he would love the pictures but the first day he got it, he read a substantial amount of the book and the book was finished in a matter of a few days. He loves the book and it has provided him with new insights into wolves. And it has spurred his interest to go into more detailed readings so I've had to buy him a few more books that are more scientific in their treatment. But I am glad that this volume has lead him to critically appraise what he reads in this textbooks about wolves - it is that critical mind that I am thrilled to see developing in my son and this book has really motivated him. Spurred by his interest, I have also read the book and found it to be absolutely wonderful. I was always puzzled by my son's fascination with wolves, but after reading the passages associated with the pictures, I have a new appreciation for this amazing animal. I highly recommend this book to anyone with even a passing interest with wolves. The pictures are amazing and the stories that go with the pictures are great.

THIS IS THE BEST OF THE MANY BOOKS I'VE SEEN ON THE DAILY LIFE OF WOLVES. THE PHOTOS ARE GRAND AND MR. BARRY'S WRITING BRINGS YOU INTO THEIR WORLD. IT SHOULD BE REQUIRED READING IN EVERY CLASS ROOM IN THOSE STATES THAT WANT TO HUNT WOLVES AGAIN. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED FOR ALL AGES.

THis book is beautiful, a work of art from cover to cover and will surely help even those with little liking for wolves appreciate the beauty of the species. The inside contains much information about te nature of wolves preseted in a manner designed for all people. a worthy edition to any library and a great enhancement for any school library.

Barry displays wonderful and capturing photos of these gorgeous animals! His photographic talent and knowledge of wolves is evident and I highly recommend this book to anyone with a beginning interest of the wolf to those that have a mission to preserve and support wolf re-introduction. Learn about wolves in their natural environment, study their beautiful balance and poise, and enjoy the amazing photos captured by enthusiast and expert Scott Barry! Do not pass up on this incredible book!

This book was awesome, if you're a wolf lover at all you'll love this book. It has great photo's of the wolves lives and their personalities really shine through on each and every page!

This is a wonderful collection of images. One of the most beautiful wildlife collection I've seen in a long time. A must for wolf lovers!

The pictures were fantastic. A great book for anyone interested or wants to learn about wolves.