King Of The Thundering Herd

King of the Thundering Herd: The Biography of an American Bison is a book written by Clarence Hawkes in 1911. The book is a biography of a bison, a majestic animal that once roamed the vast plains of North America. The story takes place in the late 19th century when bison were hunted to near extinction, and the few remaining animals were confined to small areas.The book tells the story of a particular bison, who was born in the wild and grew to become the leader of his herd. The bison, named King, was a powerful and intelligent animal who was respected by all the other members of his herd. However, King's life was not without challenges. He had to fight off predators, including wolves and bears, and also had to deal with human hunters who were after his kind.The book is a fascinating look at the life of a bison, and it provides a glimpse into the world of these magnificent animals. It also highlights the impact of human activities on the natural world and the need for conservation efforts to protect endangered species.Overall, King of the Thundering Herd is a well-written and engaging book that is sure to appeal to anyone interested in the natural world and the history of North America. It is a must-read for anyone who wants to learn more about bison and their place in American history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.