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Unlikely Hero

Unlikely Hero

$18.95
$18.95

By: Rick McIntyre, David A. Poulsen

Published by Greystone Books Limited, 2024

<br> <b>"<i>The Unlikely Hero: The Story of Wolf 8</i> is the gripping and true story of a small and scrappy young wolf who became the patriarch of the most powerful pack in Yellowstone National Park. ... An inspiring read for any child who loves the natural world." --ROSANNE PARRY, <i>NEW YORK TIMES</i> BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF <i>A WOLF CALLED WANDER</i></b><br> <br> <b>"Reading Rick McIntyre's books, it's like you're out there with him, seeing what he sees." --LILLY SULLIVAN, <i>THIS AMERICAN LIFE</i></b><br> <br> <i>The Unlikely Hero</i> tells the action and adventure story of one of Yellowstone's most famous animals, Wolf 8: a runt of the litter who surprised scientists by becoming a powerful leader.<br> <br> Newly reintroduced along with his pack to Yellowstone National Park, Wolf 8 struggles at first. Small and bullied by his siblings, he must learn to fend for himself in his new home, learning to hunt, compete for food, and even stand up to a grizzly bear 10 times his size. One day, little 8 meets an alpha female raising a litter of pups on her own. Her mate was killed by humans. Can little 8 rise to the occasion and help the young family survive? Is he ready to be an alpha wolf?<br> <br> Based on McIntyre's own sightings of Wolf 8 and told in a thrilling style, <i>The Unlikely Hero</i> is an unforgettable adventure--and a rare glimpse into the fascinating world of wolves and a coming-of-age story for underdogs everywhere.<br> <br> <b><i>Book 1 in the Chronicles of the Yellowstone Wolves Book Series!</i></b><br> <br> Renowned wolf expert Rick McIntyre and award-winning author David A. Poulsen join forces to bring the stories of Yellowstone's most famous wolves to young readers. Based on McIntyre's award-winning, bestselling books for adult readers, and containing a wealth of scientifically sound information on wolf behavior, this series is written in an engaging style that brings the drama and intrigue of the wolves' world to life.<br> <br>

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