Have you ever been chased by a bear or faced the heat of the Grand Canyon? Prepare to be transported to the heart of these exhilarating experiences as you dive into Margery Franklin’s captivating book, “Bedouins and Bears.” With her unique storytelling style and attention to detail, Franklin takes readers on a journey alongside her and her friends as they explore the beauty and wonders of North America.

Margery Franklin’s “Bedouins and Bears” is a fascinating account of her memorable journeys and adventures across the globe. The book is filled with interesting moments from her thrilling encounters with wildlife, breathtaking landscapes, and unexpected surprises along the way.

One of the most unforgettable moments in Margery’s travels took place in Banff National Park, Canada, where Margery and her friends embarked on a hike up Sulphur Mountain.

This took an un- expected turn when a grizzly bear started pursuing them. Their adrenaline-pumping escape down the mountain will them keep you on edge of your seat.

Another fascinating tale takes readers on a thrilling adventure to the North Kaibab trail of the Grand Canyon. Two of her friends decide they would like to hike to the bottom of the canyon leaving one friend and her to drive around and meet them on the Southern rim the next day. Experience their nerve-wracking journey with no water or food, a gas guage reading empty and no sign of a store or place to refill the gas tank in 105 degrees of morning heat in the desert.

Enjoy their reunion the next day after Margery and her friend ventured down into the Canyon themselves on the Bright Angel trail despite being inappropriately dressed for the sun and the rough terrain. 

But “Bedouins and Bears” is not just a book of thrilling adventure stories. It also offers insights into different cultures and ways of life. Margery’s encounters with different cultures and her observations and reflections on these experiences give readers a deeper understanding of the world beyond their own borders.

If you’re a fan of travelling, adventures, exploring places or love to read about different cultures around the world, from deserts to seas, “Bedouins and Bears” is the book for you. Margery Franklin’s interesting writing style and eye for detail make her stories come alive, allowing readers to feel as though they’re right there with her, experiencing the excitement, fear, and awe firsthand across the globe and over the decades.