The Beast in the Garden: The True Story of a Predator's Deadly Return to Suburban America

The return of mountain lions to Boulder, Colorado, after decades of absence highlights the tension between urban development and wildlife. Journalist David Baron explores the history of these big cats and the town's struggle to coexist with them. The narrative delves into themes of nature's corruption, the conflict between civilization and the wild, and the implications of suburban expansion on both human and animal lives. This compelling environmental tale raises critical questions about the future of coexistence in an increasingly artificial landscape.