Wildlife photographer Cheryl Alexander tells the story of a wolf who found his way to a group of tiny uninhabited islands near Vancouver, B.C., and made them home. Living without a pack in an environment unlike a typical wolf habitat, Takaya learns to make use of the resources available, avoid visitors and thrive. Inevitably, the story is also about people: their process of learning about him, his interactions and conflicts with humans, and his significance to them. As a result, Alexander became an advocate for this individual from a still much-feared species. Illustrated with stunning photos of Takaya, other wildlife and their glorious surroundings, this powerful volume is a perfect gift for nature lovers, particularly those who approach the wild with a touch of the spiritual. --Linda Lombardi, writer and editor