Black Desert

THE BLACK DESERT is a story about one mans life experiences hunting in Central Illinois. The author talks about the changes that have taken place over the last 40 years in hunting, farming, and the economy as well as the changes in peoples attitudes. Its a story about a bow hunter fighting for a piece of the pie in the competitive world of deer hunting. The book has some serious messages, and is sprinkled with hilarious stories and colorful characters. Using several different real life experiences, the author conveys to the reader the direction the sport of hunting has taken, and the direction it is headed. The book provides the reader a rare opportunity to take a peek inside the real world of deer hunting in Illinois, from a seasoned hunter right in the middle of it all, without any sugar coating. Its a story about the competition for hunting ground, and the quest for the almighty antlers, and about the people who will do almost anything to get them.