Want to know about bears? Read this book!

It's broken down by type (Grizzly and then Black Bear) and then general bear behavior/management. It is also chock full of original research, beautiful citations, and references! It's fascinating, really, because so much of these attacks probably would have been prevented if people had respected the bears and their habitat enough to not bring in their yummy garbage. (This goes for all humans, not just the victims. Most of the victims were not violators of this rule but true victims of previous humans thoughtless actions). True, some bears are just downright mean and aggressive but it's really not a bear's fault if it's been conditioned to eat from humans.

Bottom line: when you go camping/hiking, go to the center (say you are in a park) and find out what animals are in the area. If there are bears, ask about them. Ask about their feeding habits, what kind of bears are in the area, what to do if one comes upon you. Be informed!! Chances are, you won't get attacked.