Folklore is filled with myths and books about wolves. Most of them were meant to be cautionary tales, where the big bad wolf will get those who are lazy and unaware. Young men must be diligent and young ladies must stay in the safety of their homes. These were probably for good reason. These tales of grandma-, pig-, and girl-eating wolves were told to keep children safe in a time when things were bleak. Humanity has used stories of fear in awe when it comes to the natural world for centuries. Wolves have taken the form of gods and monsters all over the world.
These days we don't compete with wolves for food or shelter; in fact, we have nearly driven them to extinction with our fear and hatred. Now we have to remodel our understanding of these majestic and ancient creatures so that we can once again learn to coexist in these spaces. Here is a list of 18 books of myths, legends, and facts about wolves in our world