For lovers of history, nature, and adventure, The Beast in the Clouds is the true story of Theodore Roosevelt’s two oldest sons and their 1920s Himalayan expedition to determine whether the panda bear actually existed or whether rumors about a striped black and white bear were just a myth. While the trip was ultimately successful, they encountered numerous hardships including a vicious blizzard, an attack by robbers, and the loss of many of their supplies. After the success of the brothers’ expedition, the panda bear unfortunately became the focus of Western hunters, but their discovery also led to a new era of animal conservation and began to change the way scientists studied mammals. The Beast in the Clouds contains fabulous photos of their incredible journey. This book is a great fit for fans of engaging nonfiction, adventure stories, conservation, and animals. ~ Cindy Burnett