Lone Star Menagerie: Adventures with Texas Wildlife

by Jim Harris

Plants first colonized the land over 430 million years ago, having evolved from some of the most primitive forms of life. Since then, plants have played a major role in supplying the atmospheric... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1556226926
• ISBN13: 9781556226922
• Release Date: March 2000
• Publisher: Republic of Texas Press
• Length: 239 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 5.5" x 8.5"

Customer Reviews

Gerald Durrel's Successor

As a child I enjoyed the works of the late Gerald Durrel, because he was a skilled zoologist and bonafide nature lover PLUS he was a funny and entertaining writer. I long thought that no one could ever take Durrel's place, but Jim Harris may be the one to do it. In "Lone Star Menagerie" he shares his knowledge of the wildlife of the West but is not afraid to do it in a humorous manner, even if it happens to be at his own expense. This is one of the best books I've run across in a very long time.

High Adventure and Brilliant Humour

There are authors who can write gripping adventure tales and there are authors who can make you laugh out loud; rarely are the two combined. If you enjoy the works of Tim Cahill, you will enjoy the works of Jim Harris. There are accounts of attempting to capture a vulture bare-handed, being chased down a canyon by a herd of peccaries, seeking out sheep-killing coyotes to protect the innocent individuals of the species from the wrath of stockmen.... And all dealt up with a large portion of entertaining wit. Highly recommended for all readers, and particularly animal lovers.

Lone Star Menagerie

Lone Star Menagerie introduced me to the state of Texas and some amazing wildlife found within its boundries, but the true charm of the book was found in the way Mr. Harris could spin the tales of his adventures. I walked away from Lone Star Menagerie with a greater respect and knowledge of Texas and its wildlife, and the bonus being, each time I recall the buzzard tale (or some of his other adventures) they still make me laugh! BRAVO!

Lone Star Menagerie

Lone Star Menagerie introduced me to the state of Texas and the diverse wildlife within its boundries. I think the true charm of Lone Star Menagerie lies in the fact that Mr. Harris has a gift for spinning stories about his adventures, and along the way, he is able to share many interesting facts. I walked away from Lone Star Menagerie with a greater knowledge and respect for Texas, and some of its critters. Of course, the bonus being, every time I think about the buzzard tale (or some of his other adventures)...they still make me laugh. BRAVO!

A wonderful first effort!

"Lonestar Menagerie" is a charming and well written blend of personal anecdotes, folklore and facts brought to the reader with great humor in a down to earth easy to read style. The background and depth given to each subject by Mr. Harris is perfection and his beautiful illustrations top the book off nicely. I wait with great anticipation for his future releases.