A Wolf Called Romeo
A Wolf Called Romeo by Nick Jans, published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt in 2014, is a reprint edition comprising 267 pages. This book presents the true story of a remarkable black wolf who spent seven years in close proximity to the people and dogs of Juneau, Alaska. Through his interactions with the community, Romeo engages in a unique relationship that highlights the connection between humans and wildlife, offering insights into the behavior and mystique of wolves.
Readers will find a blend of memoir and animal narrative as Jans recounts his experiences with Romeo, who initially sparked wariness among locals but gradually became a beloved figure. The book explores themes of nature, wildlife, and environmental conservation, inviting readers to reflect on the complexities of interspecies relationships. With its engaging storytelling and rich descriptions, A Wolf Called Romeo provides a thoughtful examination of the bond that can exist between different species in the wild.
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From award-winning author and photographer Nick Jans, A Wolf Called Romeo is “beautifully written…a thoughtful and moving story about one of nature’s most evocative animals.” (Patricia B. McConnell, author of The Education of Will and The Other End of the Leash)
A Wolf Called Romeo is the true story of the exceptional black wolf who spent seven years interacting with the people and dogs of Juneau, Alaska, living on the edges of their community, engaging in an improbable, awe-inspiring interspecies dance, and bringing the wild into sharp focus.
When Romeo first appeared, author Nick Jans and the other citizens of Juneau were wary, but as Romeo began to tag along with cross-country skiers on their daily jaunts, play fetch alongside local dogs, or simply lie near Nick and nap under the sun on a quiet afternoon, Nick and the rest of Juneau came to accept Romeo, and he them. Part memoir, part moving animal narrative, part foray into the mystique, lore, science, and history of the wolf, A Wolf Called Romeo is a book no animal lover should miss.
“Jans is an exceptional storyteller — no nature writer can top him in terms of sheer emotional force.”–The New York Times
“Jans is a perfect narrator for this story. He’s deeply knowledgeable about the Alaskan wilderness and he evokes its harsh beauties in powerful and poetic prose…A tingling reminder of the basic bond that occasionally spans the space between two species.”–Christian Science Monitor
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