Wolves & Their Relatives [Hardcover]

Erik D. Stoops (Author), Dagmar Fertl (Author)

Book Description

Age Level: 8 and up

This is a study of wolves and their lives. It covers their survival techniques, their muscular bodies, their keen senses which allow them to perceive objects in almost total darkness, eating habits that have long been misrepresented, and their methods of self-defence.

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

Grade 3-6. Despite its question-and-answer format and excellent-quality full-color photos, this book may confound more than clarify readers' knowledge about these animals. The main problem is that the focus is muddy. The title includes wolves and their relatives, but chapter headings refer to wolves alone. References to related animals when they do appear are often confusing. "How Wolves Live" shows a photograph of a group of African wild dogs, although they are not identified as such. What the caption does tell us is that "Pack life is important to the survival of adults and pups alike," which seemingly contradicts an earlier caption stating that "Maned wolves live in pairs, not in groups." The text is equally confusing. The first question under "Wolf Reproduction" is, "How do coyotes pick mates?" Wording throughout is often unclear. Sentences such as "The reason African wild dogs and hyenas look familiar is because they live in open areas" just don't make sense. A highlighted insert toward the end shows how wolves are classified, but all in all the lines are blurred and one does not come away with a clear sense of what makes a wolf a wolf, let alone how other members of the dog family are related.?Lisa Wu Stowe, Great Neck Library, NY
Copyright 1997 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 8 and up
  
• Hardcover: 80 pages
• Publisher: Sterling Pub Co Inc (August 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0806909269
• ISBN-13: 978-0806909264
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6.6 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #5,353,381 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Erik Daniel Shein aka Erik Daniel Stoops is an American writer, herpetologist and motion picture producer. He is an International bestselling author of over 30 nonfiction and fiction books. His writings include six scientific articles in the field of herpetology His bestselling children's book, "The Forgotten Ornament" is a Christmas classic, and was endorsed by Hollywood legends Mickey and Jan Rooney.

One of his passions is classic Animation, including his CGI and 2D original story, "The Legend of the Secret Pass" which was made into an independent theatrical animated motion picture, with several A list celebrities. He was instrumental in raising productions funds and working with his team to make the project come to fruition.

Mr. Shein used his zoology studies, and his love for Fortean zoology and American Indian Mythology to weave a story that may become a classic fable. Mr. Shein also created the TV show Reptile Chronicles, where he hosted each adventure as the character professor E with his animation side kick, Doupy the Gila monster. The show received three media industry awards.

Mr. Shein has consulted over the years with such organizations as the Arizona Fish and Game Department and USFWS in assisting them to protect endangered wildlife. He has lectured in over 400 elementary schools, on many conservation and animal-related topics.

Mr. Shein's media, ecological and educational goals are to protect and preserve the world's flora and fauna. One of his dreams is to find a host city and create the Earth Genomic Institute and wildlife sanctuary. He currently resides in Arizona.

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5.0 out of 5 stars More than a cover photo, January 2, 2001

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Todd Marse (New Orleans, LA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Wolves & Their Relatives (Paperback)

DO NOT judge this book by its cover!! The factual information in this edition presents wolves in a way that displays their true selves - intellegent, social, and amazing creatures that deserve the opportunity the not only survive, but thrive!