Bigfoot Nation: Sasquatch History in North America

In the captivating work "Bigfoot Nation," Childress delves deep into the seemingly real world of Bigfoot that permeates the United States and Canada. Whether real or imagined, the presence of Bigfoot in the American psyche is undeniable. Appearing in television commercials, movies, and on roadside billboards, Bigfoot has become a ubiquitous figure, with actors portraying him in various believable performances. The popular notion is that Bigfoot is both dangerous and sexually driven, with the creature stalking lovers' lanes and interrupting the solitude of frightened teenagers.

Despite his towering stature and impressive strength, Bigfoot makes for a poor leading man in films, his awkward personality and typically anti-social behavior often hindering his on-screen appeal. Childress notes that Bigfoot, indifferent to the countless movies and commercials made about him, cares little for the lack of royalties paid. To Bigfoot, the "Bigfoot Nation" is a lifestyle, a realm that keeps the creature on the fringes of society, gently seeping into our collective dreams.

The author invites readers on a wild ride, tracing the history of Bigfoot sightings from the 1800s to the present day. The book's chapters delve into the "Wildmen of the Frontier" in the 19th century, the earliest known Bigfoot photograph, the pre-war and post-war years, the enigmatic "Skunk Apes" of Swamp Nation, the cases of missing hunters and berry pickers, Bigfoot encounters in New Mexico and Arizona, and the post-millennial Bigfoot phenomenon.

Accompanying the captivating narrative are 16 pages of color photographs that document the various facets of the "Bigfoot Nation." These visual aids serve to enhance the reader's understanding and immersion in this intricate, enigmatic world.

Through this comprehensive exploration, Childress sheds light on the enduring fascination with Bigfoot, a creature that has captured the imagination of people across North America. Whether real or imagined, Bigfoot's presence in our cultural landscape is undeniable, and Childress masterfully guides readers through the complex and captivating realm of "Bigfoot Nation."

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