Black Bear: A Story of Siblinghood and Survival
Black Bear: A Story of Siblinghood and Survival is Trina Moyles’s memoir of observing black bears in northern Alberta while reflecting on sibling loss, grief, and the pressures of an oil-boom community. Its nature writing is closely tied to family relationships and the environmental effects of resource development.
At a glance
- Follows Moyles’s experience as a fire tower lookout in a northern Alberta wildlife corridor.
- Interweaves black bear observation with the author's relationship with her older brother and her experience of grief.
- Considers how the oil economy and environmental change affect both people and wildlife.
Reference price: $28.95
Price checked: Nov 14, 2026
View offerAhead of Black FridayExplore the selectionPros and cons
Pros
- Pairs a personal family story with sustained attention to black bears and their habitat.
- The 336-page memoir offers room for both nature writing and reflections on sibling loss.
Technical specifications
7 specifications| Publisher | Pegasus Books |
|---|---|
| Publication date | January 6, 2026 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 336 pages |
| ISBN-13 | 979-8897100347 |
| Weight listed | 1.09 pounds |
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| Dimensions | 6 x 1.2 x 9 inches |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers interested in memoirs about wildlife, family relationships, grief, or northern Alberta.
- Readers seeking a personal account that connects environmental change with human experience.
Less suited to
- Readers looking primarily for a practical bear-identification guide or a wildlife reference book.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Aggregate ratings lean positive, with most ratings in the four- and five-star categories, but a smaller two-star share means the overall picture is not uniformly favorable. Without written customer feedback, these ratings do not establish what readers praised or criticized. Consider whether the memoir’s blend of bear observation, sibling loss, and environmental themes fits your interests.
Frequently asked questions
What is Black Bear about?
The memoir follows Trina Moyles’s observations of black bears in northern Alberta and her reflections on grief, her relationship with her brother, and the effects of the oil economy on people and wildlife.
Is this a wildlife field guide?
No. The listing describes a memoir that combines the author's personal story and bear observations, rather than a practical identification or reference guide.
How long is the book?
The listing gives a print length of 336 pages.
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