Longbows in the Far North

Exciting encounters with bears, moose, wolves, rams, and deer 16 stories of bowhunting adventure in the Far North

In this entertaining collection of memoirs, Don Thomas takes readers to places few will ever have a chance to explore. His deep respect for the wildness of nature is ever-present as he recounts the country, people, and animals he encountered during archery expeditions in Alaska and Siberia. Whether pursuing open-country caribou, stalking Russian rams, or quietly observing black bears on the coast of Alaska, Thomas's vivid descriptions of the Arctic wilderness convey the wonder inherent in the hunting experience.

In this entertaining collection of short stories, Don Thomas takes readers to places few will ever have a chance to explore. His deep respect for the wildness of nature is ever-present as he recounts memories of the country, people, and animals he encounters during archery expeditions in Alaska and Siberia. Whether pursuing open-country caribou, stalking Russian rams, or quietly observing black bears on the coast of Alaska, Thomas's vivid descriptions of the Arctic wilderness convey the wonder inherent in the hunting experience.

E. Donnall Thomas Jr. lived and hunted in Alaska for many years. His essays and stories have appeared in Gray's Sporting Journal, Bowhunter Magazine, and Game Journal.