I would give this book 10 stars if I could. compelling, addictively readable, and full of hard won information. even though it is old, the information feels applicable today. far from being directed at young adults, it is written to any adult interested in red foxes. a beautiful blend of science and human interest. if you love the red fox, don't miss this book.

We have red foxes living in our neighborhood, but they are so secretive that it's almost impossible for the casual observer to learn much about them. And their behavior when accepting handouts or raiding the hen house is only the tip of the iceberg.

Red foxes are fantastic animals and are some of the most physically and socially adaptable creatures on earth. Some sources recognize as many as 44 subspecies. Red foxes are one of the most abundant wild canids in the world.

David Macdonald has spend decades studying red foxes: Primarily in England, but in the Middle East too, as well as a few other species such as arctic foxes in Iceland. This book is filled with his observations, stories, many beautiful photos, and drawings.

It is the best book I've found for the lay-person who wants to understand red fox behavior.

Amazing book, I'm very happy with my purchase. Very informational and beautifuly put together.

I've been searching for a book on foxes for several weeks with no results even at bookstore in the country.

This is a great find, it has beautiful photographs and it is a fairly easy read. I would certainly recommend it to someone who is trying to learn about foxes and their behaviors.

I was directed to this book by a group of fox owners at a site called Sybil's Den when I asked for some information about foxes. I was a little bit leary- I've purchased a couple fox books before that didn't tell me much more than Wikipedia does! I was happily surprised by this book! Macdonald tells of his extensive hands on experience of watching, raising, living, and, yes, running with the fox. Foxes have social systems far more complex than I had imagined. Macdonald tells of his first hand observations of fox behavior between den-members, fox mates, and territorial skirmishes in avid detail. His writing style keeps the reader absorbed, letting you get to know individual foxes and their personalities as he comes across them. I fell so in love with one of the foxes he talked about that I began to cry when she fell ill and died- of course, that could just be me!

This is a GREAT book, and I encourage everyone who is curious about foxes to get it. It's very educational and a good read overall.

Easy to read, interesting if you like foxes or are interested in possibly studying animals. It is a man's study of foxes in England, where it is considered a pest. I learned alot about the critter, and have a much healthier respect for them.

Wasn’t what I expected

Excellent book on fox social behavior, any fox lover will read non stop. I first read in the early 90's, bought and read again and it's even better the second the me around.

It was so easy to follow along with the author's research pursuits and studies of the foxes and families he came to know.

日本語翻訳された野ギツネを追ってよりも多くの可愛いキツネの写真が掲載されてるよ♪（＾◇＾）/

Sadly our family of foxes were shot a few weeks ago Cubs as well. We have had foxes for 16 years in the field. We miss them, and want to learn more about them with this book - it's been interesting. We are hoping one day we will be able to watch them again playing and catching rabbits, voles, mice and worms. Watching the mother was amazing in teaching her cubs. The book has been sad to read but we are learning more information about foxes.

Eines der besten Bücher über Füchse von einem der langjährigen Experten der Fuchs-Forschung. Wissenschaftlich fundiert und mit vielen Fotos und Illustrationen. Obwohl es in den 80ern veröffentlicht wurde, ist es immer noch ein Standard-Werk.

Interesting facts about the life of the fox and personal experiences which were a joy to share.

very good book with excellent information 5*****