Bear Hunt by James McIntyre (2009)
Two young men from York state, Bill Brown and Tom Dawes, seek adventure through hunting and fishing. They enjoy their time on a lake, catching trout and exploring the nearby woods. Their excitement turns grim when they encounter a mother bear and her cubs. Despite their initial intentions, they shoot the mother bear, leading to a fierce confrontation. The bear, wounded but defiant, fights back, showcasing her protective instincts. Bill Brown finds himself in a perilous situation as the bear attacks him, but Tom Dawes intervenes, using a club to save his friend. The struggle escalates, with the bear inflicting serious injuries on Brown. In a desperate bid to end the conflict, Dawes uses a hunting knife to fatally wound the bear. The ordeal concludes with Dawes wearing the bear's skin as a coat, a stark reminder of their violent encounter and the harsh realities of nature. The narrative explores themes of bravery, the consequences of hunting, and the instinctual bond between a mother and her young.
By James McIntyre · First published 2009 · Genre: Narrative Poetry, Adventure, Nature Writing · 328 words
First lines
Two youths came over from York state, Bill Brown and Tom Dawes his mate, For many months they were wishing The sport of hunting and of fishing.
They rowed along the lake in punt, When tired of fishing they would hunt, At river's mouth they caught fine trout, In woods close by they saw bear's snout.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: James McIntyre
- Date: 2009 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Narrative Poetry, Adventure, Nature Writing, Tragedy, Humor
- Length: 328 words
- Structure: 1 section, 8 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Narrative Poetry — The poem tells a story through verse, focusing on the events of a bear hunt.
- Adventure — The plot involves a hunting expedition, showcasing themes of bravery and survival.
- Nature Writing — The poem describes interactions with wildlife and the natural environment.
- Tragedy — The poem includes elements of violence and the consequences of hunting, highlighting the tragic fate of the bear.
Tags
Children's Literature · Poetry · Adventure · Wildlife · Hunting · Nature · Imagination · Fantasy · Rhyming Verse · Storytelling · Animal Encounters · Outdoor Activities