The Wolf, the Woman, the Wilderness: A True Story of Returning Home Paperback – Illustrated, December 17, 1996

Ms. Martino not only tells us her story of returning a wolf and herself to the wild, she allows us to open ourselves to the world around us. I have observed wolves not only during my college days on Isle Royale but in Wisconsin as they return to their original homeland and Ms. Martino's story is spot on for what we humans need to do to be with another species. Her obvious skill to let go of her "human-ness" without letting go of herself is amazing to read. I thank her for sharing her story.

I bought this book for my sister as thought she would enjoy it. I had to read the book before giving it to her. Really enjoyed the story.

Where most of us fail, Teresa somehow has found a way to put those feelings of reconnection into words. While the story of returning her friend, McKenzie, back to her wild heritage is wonderful, this book goes much deeper. Through Teresa's story we feel her returning to her own people, her own roots. More importantly to me, however, is how she puts into words the emotions of those of us who only find our peace through the natural world, a world where being safe behind closed doors is the worse kind of life there is. She tells about how in the wildness of the wilderness, freedom is not safety, but joy and sorrow more intense that the man made world most live in can ever offer.She shows what most people struggle so hard to avoid, that one day all of us will fight for that one last breath that will never come. What we do with the breaths we have is what is important. Do we hide in our four walls while the wilderness disappears not only "out there", but in our souls as well? Or do we accept give away and live our lives to the fullest.Teresa is not an author, but a story teller, something that has been sadly lacking in the sterile world we have created. I hope she continues to write for a long time.

When I read this book, I was completely enveloped in the story. T. wrote something truly special here. It opened me up to a new hope for the future. I and a friend devoured this book. It truly spoke to me. Then I found a certain wildlife establishment that T. runs near to where I live, but didn't know it was T. who runs it. We took the tour and after seeing T.'s artwork on the walls, we had a 'Wait a minute...!" moment. What she does today is of most vital importance to our future. Now we have been volunteering there and are thankful to be getting to know T. more. Her book is what led me to my purpose.

I just love this story... I've purchased this book over and over again - I give it to friends, need to replace it. I will always have it in my book collection.

Teresa Martino, a graced author who can write and share her adventure with wolf and freedom, is a storyteller with humor, respect, and gift of art and word. It was like I was there with her as she lived this journey. Riveting, piercing, thought-provoking, pondering, and inspiring are adjectives to describe this book.A true story of a wolf, her daughter, and woman,the author, who cross in each other's path of life. No preaching here. Beautiful physical descriptions of the land, the feelings, the sounds, the colors, the touch of wolf, and glimpses into the author's heart. I felt empathy for her questions she asked and struggled with her during her trials and vulnerabilities. The book goes beyond just another animal story to a tale of emotional questioning and searching by the author. A triumphant ending.A MUST read. The book grows better and better with each chapter. I found myself reading so fast wanting to know how it ended.

Teresa Tsimmu Martino writes a wonderful tale of her rescue of a wild wolf pup which she raises to be wild. Once old enough, Ms. Martino releases the wolf into the wilderness of Washington where it has survived and had her own litter.Martino's writing is vivid and human and full of the emotion that courses through her veins. She is also a horse trainer and has great stories to tell of her life around horses in her most recent book.So, buy this book; await its arrival with anticipation and then savour its story as you lose yourself in her words.>>>>>>><<<<<<<A Guide to my Book Rating System:1 star = The wood pulp would have been better utilized as toilet paper.2 stars = Don't bother, clean your bathroom instead.3 stars = Wasn't a waste of time, but it was time wasted.4 stars = Good book, but not life altering.5 stars = This book changed my world in at least some small way.

I read this book slowly. It makes you laugh, cry, and THINK. From the book: "What do you mean Man and Woman are two sexes?" Said Coyote to me one night. "You know," I answered. Coyote shook himself "Well, you're wrong on that one." Grandfather in the corner started giggling. "Oh well, then how many sexes are there?" Coyote yawned and said, "For people, eight." "Eight?" I asked. "How can there be eight?" Coyote recited as Grandfather counted off on his fingers. "Woman who loves man. Man who loves woman. Woman who loves woman. Man who loves man. Man loving as woman. Woman loving as man. The one who is both. The one who is alone. Got that?" said Coyote and he curled up to go to sleep.