Reviews for Day of the Grizzly: The Exciting, Tragic Story of the Mighty California Grizzly

The average rating for Day of the Grizzly: The Exciting, Tragic Story of the Mighty California Grizzly based on 2 reviews is 4 stars.

Review # 1 was written on 2018-03-03 00:00:00 Benjamin Ney A very nice historical account of California's grizzlies from the time of Spanish contact up until their ultimate demise in the 1920's. The narrative and historical excerpts really due bring feelings of excitement, as well as tragedy. Just about shed a tear in the closing remarks. I can only imagine the awe and fear of those who lived in a time alongside these monarchs who were the inspiration to the natives in their naming for Yosemite, a wonder of the world. The book was also nicely formatted making a pleasant read.

Review # 2 was written on 2020-04-04 00:00:00 Steven Smith The cover of this book looks a bit corny, which fits with the sometimes dry humor inside. These criminal characters, in fact, deserve this cover and belonged in a very different world. What crazy stories these outlaws lived! Some were serious serial killers, some are clever businessmen who weren't violent, some just lost it. One was connected with Butch Cassidy. I had no idea of any of these stories, even those close to my home. I appreciate the details of locations for future investigative treks, and think it would have been fun if each outlaw had had his/her own map of major journeys and homes. (I didn't particularly need all the names listed (including witnesses), but I think it's great for those who are researching.) Recommended for Northwest history buffs and/or those who enjoy reading true crime.