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Dewey Decimal Number: 917.94470453 EAN: 9780913337394 ISBN: 0913337390 Label: Southfarm Press Manufacturer: Southfarm Press Number Of Items: 1 Number Of Pages: 240 Publication Date: August 01, 2000 Publisher: Southfarm Press Sales Rank: 3491165 Studio: Southfarm Press Average Rating:
 Rating: - Sierra Story and Human InteractionTo know something about long distance hiking, is to know Henry Stark is accurate when he presents the scenario between himself and his partners in Sierra Story. What was it in their personalities that attracted them to each other in the first place, and why such unspoken animosity and rancor that leads to the dissolution of their friendship? Mr. Stark's assessment of national park policy on black bear management, is also an interesting read. They have turned what is instinctively a shy and solitary species, into a scrap food dependent, pack traveling, harassing animal. You will enjoy reading Sierra Story. The author's lessons on adapting can be applied to a new job, new home, or nature's ... Read More Rating: - Sierra Story and Human InteractionTo know something about long distance hiking, is to know Henry Stark is accurate when he presents the scenario between himself and his partners in Sierra Story. What was it in their personalities that attracted them to each other in the first place, and why such unspoken animosity and rancor that leads to the dissolution of their friendship? Mr. Stark's assessment of national park policy on black bear management, is also an interesting read. They have turned what is instinctively a shy and solitary species, into a scrap food dependent, pack traveling, harassing animal. You will enjoy reading Sierra Story. The author's lessons on adapting can be applied to a new job, new home, or nature's ... Read More Rating: - A tale of physical and spiritual enduranceI really enjoyed this book, right from the opening paragraph which hooked me and left me wanting more. There is an exciting mix of adventure and history as Stark and two acquaintances set off on an expedition to the rugged Sierra Nevada mountain range in California. The initial plan of a routine hiking holiday is soon disrupted as the three inexperienced friends face a series of hazardous events, both animal and environmental, in an extremely remote area. Before long, it's a quest for survival, of self- preservation of both body and mind. Intertwined with the thrilling adventure narrative are the author's personal thoughts and feelings on the foundations of friendships (which are ... Read More |
