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How to be a good creature a memoir in thirteen animals / by Sy Montgomery ; illustrated by Rebeca Green.
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Booklist Reviews 2018 September #2
In a memoir that will speak to readers of all ages, naturalist and National Book Award winner Montgomery traces her life through the animals that have shared and enhanced it. From the briefest of encounters (a glimpse of a white-furred ermine) to the heartiest of friendships (a 750-pound pig called Christopher Hogwood), Montgomery offers a look at the insights about humanity animals have given her. Some, like Octavia the octopus, are creatures she has studied; others, like a series of border collies, have been dear companions. Montgomery is equally as tender and observant in her recollections of a pinktoe tarantula as she is of her childhood Scottish terrier. There may be audience confusion—early chapters, and accompanying black-and-white drawings, are ideal for middle-graders, while in later chapters, Montgomery broaches heavier subjects such as difficult family relationships and suicidal thoughts—and, in fact, this is marketed for adults. But this is an endeavor that is filled with heart and should be widely shared. Plenty of memoirs center on animals, but few offer such variety, passion, and care. Grades 6-12. Copyright 2018 Booklist Reviews.
LJ Reviews 2018 April #2
From tarantulas to tigers to tree kangaroos, National Book Award finalist Montgomery (
PW Reviews 2018 June #2
Naturalist Montgomery (
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