The Biography of a Grizzly

"The Biography of a Grizzly" by Ernest Thompson Seton is a late 1800's story that follows the life of a grizzly bear named Wahb. Wahb's story explains the hardships that wildlife deals with as humans take over their land. The story follows Wahb’s life, starting when he is a cub playing with his family, until his mother dies and he has to survive on his own, learning to be strong. As he grows into an adult, Wahb has to deal with other animals and hunters. Wahb has to deal with being alone and fight to become the strongest bear in the wild, facing both other animals and humans. The story explores themes of survival and the negative consequences of human actions on nature, talking about the bear’s last days in a sad conclusion.