A review by mvindc
The Animal Dialogues: Uncommon Encounters in the Wild by Craig Childs

4.0

A fun collection of stories about up close and personal encounters with animals, mostly in the wild. The author seems obsessed with animals to the point of not respecting their needs and boundaries at some points (reading about him touching the antelope calf was particularly alarming to me, as was him stealing the skull of the mountain lion that he found in the desert). It made me reflect on what our role is in appreciating and understanding nature if our presence inherently changes the animals we interact with. I recommend it for anyone who hopes/fears encountering animals on their outdoor treks!