MeatEater’s Campfire Stories: Close Calls is a collection of autobiographical essays by outdoorsman and television personality Steven Rinella. The stories recount various close calls that Rinella has experienced while hunting, fishing, and camping in the wilds of North America. From being almost mauled to death by a grizzly bear to narrowly escaping after falling into an icy cold river, these tales are filled with suspense and danger. But they are also interwoven with moments of humor and introspection as Rinella reflects on his own mortality and how he approaches living life fearlessly in the great outdoors.
For who is this book for ?
This book is for outdoors enthusiasts, nature lovers, and anyone who enjoys a good thrill.
Pros :
- The book is full of exciting and suspenseful stories about close calls while hunting, fishing, and camping.
- It provides a unique perspective on outdoor living and challenges that come with it.
- Rinella’s writing is honest, introspective, and often humorous
Cons :
- The essays can be graphic and gory, particularly if you are not interested in hunting or fishing
- Rinella’s writing style is dense and might be a bit difficult to follow for some readers
- The stories could potentially put you on edge if you’re easily scared
Learn more about the author
Steven Rinella is a MeatEater, outdoorsman, and television personality. He has authored several books on hunting and fishing as well as articles for magazines such as Field & Stream, Men’s Journal, Petersen’s Hunting, Outside Online, Wired.com.,and many others. A graduate of Michigan State University with a degree in English Literature (with an emphasis on creative writing), he lives in Montana with his wife Angelina and their three children.
Reader Reviews
“MeatEater’s Campfire Stories: Close Calls is an edge-of-your-seat read that will have you gripping the pages as Steven Rinella takes you on a journey through some of his most dangerous experiences while hunting and fishing in North America. These essays are full of suspense, danger, and humor, but they also offer readers a glimpse into the mind of one of America’s top outdoorsmen.”
“MeatEater’s Campfire Stories: Close Calls is a winner! A collection of autobiographical essays by outdoorsman and television personality Steven Rinella, the stories recount various close calls that Rinella has experienced while hunting, fishing, and camping in the wilds of North America. From being almost mauled to death by a grizzly bear to narrowly escaping after falling into an icy cold river, these tales are filled with suspense and danger. But they are also interwoven with moments of humor and introspection as Rinella reflects on his own mortality and how he approaches living life fearlessly in the great outdoors.”
“If you’re a fan of outdoor literature, or even if you just enjoy a well-spun yarn, then this book is definitely for you. Rinella has an engaging writing style that makes the reader feel like they are right there with him in the thick of things.”
“A collection of autobiographical essays by outdoorsman and television personality Steven Rinella. Recounting various close calls that Rinella has experienced while hunting, fishing, and camping in the wilds of North America.”
