Lessons From 40 Years Among Wolves
From Psychology Today:
My research interests for decades have focused on the behavior and social ecology of wild carnivores with a focus on coyotes. I also have been, and remain deeply interested in, the social behavior and behavioral ecology of wild wolves.1 So, when I learned about Dr. Diane Boyd’s new book called A Woman Among Wolves: My Journey Through Forty Years of Wolf Recovery, I couldn’t wait to get my eyes on it. I’ve known of Diane’s long-term research for many years, and I remain fascinated by what she was able to do, often against all odds, Often called “the Jane Goodall of wolves,” a well-deserved monicker, I couldn’t agree more with the accolades her book has received—it truly is a story of passion, resilience, and determination in a career dominated by men. Here’s what she has to say about her landmark and deeply inspirational book.