Wild Animals I Have Known
New York: Charles Scribner’s Sons, 1901. 15th printing. Olive-green cloth covered boards. First published in 1898, this is the 15th printing Background Information: Wild Animals I Have Known is considered the first entry in a new genre of realistic wild-animal fiction, Seton's first collection of short stories quickly became one of the most popular books of its day, the first story in the collection, was based upon Seton's experience hunting wolves in the southwestern United States. It became a classic, setting the tone for his future works that would similarly depict animals, especially predators who were often demonized in literature, as compassionate, individualistic beings. [wiki]
A mix of natural history and personal narrative by the noted wildlife artist and co-founder of the Boy Scouts of America, who also increased the influence of American Indian culture in modern society.
Publisher’s olive-green cloth covered boards with decorations stamped in black and gilt. Fully illustrated all plates present (29)8vo; 8 inches tall; 359 pages no publisher’s advertisements. The bindings are tight and square. Text clean, light even toning. Moderate shelf handling wear with a modestly sunned spine and rear board.
Very Good / No Jacket. Item #15358
Ernest Thompson Seton was an English-born Canadian-American author, wildlife artist, founder of the Woodcraft Indians in 1902, and one of the founding pioneers of the Boy Scouts of America in 1910. Seton also influenced Lord Baden-Powell, the founder of one of the first Scouting organizations.
Ref: Blanck-Penrod, 106
Price: $95.00
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