True Bear Stories by Joaquin Miller is a captivating collection of tales about encounters with bears in the wild. Miller's writing is both vivid and suspenseful, drawing readers into the heart-pounding moments when humans come face to face with these formidable creatures. The stories are filled with tension, humor, and a deep respect for the power and intelligence of bears.

Miller's raw and honest storytelling style makes each story feel authentic and gripping. He skillfully captures the feeling of being in the presence of a wild bear, conveying both the danger and the awe of these encounters. The way he describes the bears' behavior and reactions to human presence is both fascinating and enlightening.

Overall, True Bear Stories is a must-read for anyone interested in the beauty and wildness of nature, as well as those who enjoy thrilling tales of survival and adventure. Miller's passion for bears and the natural world shines through in every page, making this book a truly memorable read.

Book Description:
Joaquin Miller dedicated this book to "my dear little daughter...for whose pleasure and instruction I have many times dug up the most of these stories from out the days of my boyhood." In his preface he claims to prefer true stories to made-up ones. And he always defends bears, which he thinks have gotten an undeserved bad reputation from the general populous.