The Lassoed Bear by Ambrose Bierce is a short story that follows the adventures of a bear who finds himself caught in a lasso. Despite his initial reluctance, the bear learns to appreciate the convenience and safety of being contained within the lasso. However, when he is finally released, he finds that he misses the feeling of security and comfort that the lasso provided. The story explores themes of freedom, confinement, and the human desire for control over one's environment.
By Ambrose Bierce · First published 1898 · Genre: Fiction, Adventure, Western