Wild Animals I Have Known

"WILD ANIMALS I HAVE KNOWN" by Ernest Thompson Seton is a compilation of true-to-life animal stories from the late 1800s which center on the lives of wild animals like wolves, crows, and rabbits, showcasing their distinct characters, challenges, survival tactics, and relationships within their wild habitats. Seton intertwines natural observations with compelling storytelling, highlighting the keen instincts of these animals and emphasizing the moral and emotional connections between humans and the animal world; the initial narrative, "Lobo, the King of Currumpaw," paints a picture of a notorious gray wolf in New Mexico who is an intelligent pack leader feared by local ranchers for his cunning livestock raids. Seton brings Lobo's crafty nature to life, presenting his ability to elude traps and hunters, while detailing his rivalry with human hunters, and poignant bond with his mate, setting the stage for a narrative filled with emotion and the stark realities of wilderness survival.