R.D. Lawrence

The North Runner is a true and moving story of the building of trust between a man and an exceptional dog that was half wolf, half Alaskan Malamute, and the resulting mutual affection and respect between them.

A number of years ago, R.D. Lawrence acquired a patch of Ontario wilderness, soon known as "The Place." Here Lawrence and his wife built a cabin and became immersed in studying the ways of the wild. "The Place" was home to a variety of wildlife, from black bears, wolves, beavers and raccoons through to hawks, snapping turtles and singing mice.

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The wolf has captured our imagination for centuries. Each year, thousands journey to wilderness parks hoping to see this elusive creature or hear its haunting howl. Despite our fascination, however, the wolf remains largely misunderstood. Contrary to its image as a blood-thirsty, marauding beast, there is no record of a wolf killing a human in Nort …

The celebrated nature writer R.D. Lawrence tells the story of animals who inhabit the lakeside near his home in the backwoods of Canada. From the smallest water creature to wolves, deer and many, many birds, all are known to him. His sensitivity, enthusiasm and empathy for wildlife, coupled with his detailed understanding of their habits have creat …