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The secret history of Bigfoot : field notes on a North American monster / John O'Connor.

by O'Connor, John (Journalist).

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Sourcebooks, 2024.

Folklore -- United States.

9781464216633 (hc.)

xiv, 289 p. ; 24 cm.

Includes a reading group guide.

John O'Connor is a creative writer and journalist. His works have been published in The New York Times, GQ, Financial Times, Open City, Post Road and elsewhere. He has an Master of Fine Arts in nonfiction writing from Columbia University and presently teaches journalism in Boston College.

Includes bibliographic references (pages [269]-273) and index.

"A fascinating read about a familiar concept from a fresh angle, 'The Secret History of Bigfoot' is a deep dive into American mythmaking. Told with sharp, engaging prose reminiscent of the best travel writing, it has multiple entry points, from the supernatural to the more traditional outdoors. Bigfoot is an instantly recognizable figure. Through the decades, this elusive primate has been featured in movies and books, on coffee mugs, beer koozies, car polish, and CBD oil. Which begs the question: what is it about Bigfoot that's caught hold of our imaginations? Journalist and self-diagnosed skeptic John O'Connor is fascinated by Sasquatch. Curious to learn more, he embarks on a quest through the North American wilds in search of Bigfoot, its myth and meaning. Alongside an eccentric cast of characters, he explores the zany and secretive world of 'cryptozoology,' tracking Bigfoot through ancient folklore to Harry and the Hendersons, while examining the forces behind our ever-widening belief in the supernatural. As O'Connor treks through the shrouded forests of the Pacific Northwest, listens to firsthand accounts, and attends Bigfoot conventions, he's left wondering -- what happens when the lines between myth and reality blur? Perfect for fans of Bill Bryson and Douglas Preston, and with sharp wit and an adventurous spirit, this heartfelt exploration of a cornerstone of American folklore unpacks why we believe in the things that we do, what that says about us, and how it shapes our world."--Barnes&Noble.

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