Wolf Haven
Sanctuary and the Future of Wolves in North America
Brenda Peterson author Annie Marie Musselman illustrator
Format:Hardback
Publisher:Sasquatch Books
Published:27th Sep '16
Should be back in stock very soon
By fine-art photographer whose work has appeared in The New Yorker and National Geographic. Describes the behaviour patterns and social structure of wolf packs. Features 125 stunning full-colour photographs.
A stirring book of photographs of Wolves that have been given sanctuary near Mount Rainer. Brenda Peterson's text puts the stories of the residents of Wolf Haven, and of wolves in North America, into context as she describes the behaviour patterns and social structure of wolf packs.A stirring book of photographs of Wolves that have been given sanctuary near Mount Rainer. Brenda Peterson's text puts the stories of the residents of Wolf Haven, and of wolves in North America, into context as she describes the behaviour patterns and social structure of wolf packs. This book is about the attempts to pull back this species from the edge of extinction, as well as the new ways that humans are finding to co-exist with these wild animals.
Powell's Staff Pick for "Top 5 Favorite Books of 2016"
"[Mussleman's] images of the haven embody the meditative patience she used to photograph it. They’re ethereal and lightweight, less like static pictures and more like breath—a glimpse of a being that you know is there but that you can’t predict or control."
—National Geographic
“[A] close connection with the fascinating inhabitants of Wolf Haven.”
—Pacific Northwest Magazine
“Every wolf, like every human, has a story….Peterson’s poetic prose and Musselman’s candid images bring the stories of these rescued wolves to light.
—Pet Connection Magazine
“Wolf Haven stories come alive.”
—The Olympian
“[Musselman’s photos] are stunning in their intimacy.”
—Seattle Refined
“Captures the intimate lives of wolves.”
—Sierra Magazine
“[A] stunning coffee table book.”
—Nisqualley Valley News
“The story of the nonprofit and many of its furry, shy and carnivorous residents.”
—The Chronicle
"Combines wildlife photography...with writing."
—The Stranger
“[A] gorgeous new book.”
—ParentMap
“Stirring.”
—My Edmonds News
“Love.”
—The Oregonian
“A moving tribute to the wild, beautiful, haunting animals that have found sanctuary.”
—Shelf Awareness
"Wolf Haven is a fitting tribute to a wolf sanctuary that is doing its part to protect these species. If the measurement of a successful book is inciting someone to action, then Wolf Haven certainly qualifies."
—EcoLit Books
"A stirring book that pays homage to one of America's most remarkable creatures."
—Outdoor Photographer
"These captive-born and displaced grey & red wolves will steal your heart. The images are breathtaking. The stories are powerful."
—Beautiful Now
"Learn about Wolf Haven International from Annie Marie Musselman, whose photographs are featured in [this] new book."
—The Stranger
"[Depicts] wolves in a new light—captur[es] their beauty and gentleness."
—Photo District News
"Inspired by the animals and the people of Wolf Haven International."
—the Lewis County, WA Chronicle
ISBN: 9781632170514
Dimensions: 224mm x 284mm x 18mm
Weight: 921g
144 pages