Brian Payton chronicles his journey across the world to see each of the eight species of bears existent today. This exploration was prompted by a dream, and as such investigates the mythical relationship between man and bear, as manifested in culture and lore. "Shadow of the Bear" also investigates the dangers threatening the world's bear population. Payton juxtaposes multi-cultural legends of the bear's strength and intelligence, with stories of bear poaching and bile farming. - ISBN-10: 0-670-04409-1 and ISBN-13: 978-0670-04409-2