Good Hunting: In Pursuit of Big Game in the West

by Theodore Roosevelt

Written in the late nineteenth century and first published in Harper’s Round Table magazine in 1896, this collection of articles details turn-of-the-century America’s rugged wilderness. Good Hunting is an engaging read for those whose interests lie in hunting sports, and nature. Roosevelt, being the first president to begin many of the national park conservation programs in twentieth-century America, was a lover of the outdoors, and his writings are filled with notations and observations of the lands that he explored. From hunting elks, wolves, and bucks, Roosevelt provides stunning insight into some of northwestern America’s most well-known inhabitants.

Good Hunting is a fascinating historical portal through which we can view a celebrated sportsman, president, and keen observer of the outdoors. The seven chapters in this book range from classic hunting articles, memorable anecdotes from other outdoorsmen, and even a detailed piece on the specifics of ranching—a topic of much interest at the turn of the century.

This is a classic read for anyone wanting to learn more about a man who was so loved by a country, and to escape to the America of yesteryear.

Genres: Nonfiction, History, Outdoors

116 pages, Paperback

First published June 15, 1907

About the author

Theodore Roosevelt, Jr., also known as T.R., and to the public (but never to friends and family) as Teddy, was the twenty-sixth President of the United States, and a leader of the Republican Party and of the Progressive Movement.

He fathered Alice Roosevelt Longworth, a daughter.

He became the youngest President in United States history at the age of 42. He served in many roles including Governor of New York, historian, naturalist, explorer, author, and soldier (posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor in 2001 for his role at the Battle of San Juan Hill in the Spanish-American War).

Roosevelt is most famous for his personality: his energy, his vast range of interests and achievements, his model of masculinity, and his "cowboy" persona.

Reviews

[Kimberly · Rating 4 out of 5]

It is very very difficult not to read this little book while keeping Teddy Roosevelt on a pedestal, if you are wanting some profound little book of Hunting this isn't is, this is a collection of short stories sent in to magazines they are quirky and it feels like someone telling you a quick story about a certain. animal they hunted. I enjoyed it to me made Teddy to be more one of the buddies around the campfire.

[Rex Libris · Rating 4 out of 5]

The late President Teddy Roosevelt talks about the kinds of big game he has hunted in the Rockies and High Plain states. There is also a section about the qualifications for working on a ranch for anyone who might think to live out that way.

[CHARLES SCOTT JOHNSON · Rating 4 out of 5]

A late 19th perspective on hunting

An enjoyable read. The style of hunting and the assessments of various animals would add to any Hunter Education class.

[Jack Martin · Rating 3 out of 5]

Fair Information. Not an award winning book

Nice to read the thoughts of the Roughrider.
Semi-interesting but still a reasonable read.
I doubt I will read another
JM

[Jimmy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved it! Short stories authored by TR about a few of his observations and hunts in the Western parts of the USA.

[Johnny · Rating 3 out of 5]

It's a decent quick read. Gives a little knowledge about some animals and some nice stories involving them. Nothing too great or crazy.

[Audiobook Heaven · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book, I listened to the audiobook version on YouTube. I will leave the link below so that everyone can enjoy it! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PDDEV...

[Steven Wilson · Rating 2 out of 5]

A quick read, but surprisingly unentertaining. The stories in the book are bland and lack excitement. Fine read to pass time, otherwise, not recomended.

[Logan Ayers · Rating 5 out of 5]

Solid read for your inner historian.