Wolf Days in Pennsylvania

Wolf Days in Pennsylvania, Volume 1, provides a detailed historical account of the decline of wolf populations across the United States. Henry W Shoemaker explores the transition of the wolf from a common predator to a figure of folklore and myth during the nineteenth century. This work examines the impact of westward settlement on local wildlife and the subsequent disappearance of the species. Through a naturalist lens, the text documents the changing landscape of Pennsylvania and the ecological shifts that occurred as human populations expanded.

The narrative focuses on the history of wolf hunting and the bravery required to face these animals. Shoemaker includes personal testimonies and interviews with notable hunters to provide an authentic perspective on the era. This volume features rare period photographs that illustrate the relationship between hunters and their prey. Readers interested in wolves, hunting, and United States history will find this scholarly look at Pennsylvania's natural past highly informative.