A History of Hunting in the Great Smoky Mountains

by Bob Plott, George Ellison (Foreword)

Discover the history and lore of this region’s legendary outdoorsmen—and their faithful “Well worth reading” (Bear Hunting Magazine).   Man versus beast—it’s an age-old struggle that has been part of the rugged terrain of the Great Smoky Mountains since humans first encountered the region centuries ago. Bob Plott, a descendant of the breeder of the Plott hound and an avid outdoorsman in North Carolina, takes readers on a quest back through time for a glimpse into the minds and the rifles of the region’s most intrepid hunters.   From the primitive weaponry and prevailing tactics of the Cherokee to the audacious rifle-toting ridge runners, and even a gruesome gang of cannibalistic rogues, these stories are truly a gripping tribute to mountain life and the adventure of the game.

192 pages, Kindle Edition

First published September 1, 2008

Reviews

[Betty Sue · Rating 5 out of 5]

Plott book review

Being a Plott descendant I am always looking for history reads about the culture and heritage of my home place the Great Smoky Mountains. This is certainly an outstanding piece of literature by Bob.