Cookie Luu:
Easy read, wonderful story
United States on Dec 17, 2023
Chuckp:
Sy Montgomery is a masterful writer on the natural world and this talent is fully on display in THE HUMINGBIRDS GIFT. The story centers around the successful rescue and rehabilitation of two baby hummers. While recounting the trials of raising these babes, Montgomery introduces the reader to the world of hummingbirds as well as ending the book with a portfolio of striking photos of hummingbirds in their habitat. A delightful read as are other works of Sy Montgomery
United States on Nov 03, 2023
S:
Must read book for everyone who enjoys observing and learning about hummingbirds! Very well written. Very informative facts woven into a beautiful story.
Canada on Sep 08, 2023
Spenta Mainyu:
Sy Montgomery's The Hummingbird's Gift was a sublime book. It tells the story of Brenda, a woman who has dedicated much of her life to rehabilitating hummingbirds.
There is a mix of poetry and scientific details in this book. We learn that the life of a hummingbird can be quite a struggle. They are attracted to the color red, even frequently colliding with red cars, and are extremely sensitive to pesticides. Having fast metabolisms, they consume half their body weight in bugs and nectar, feeding every 10-15 minutes. Each minute, they flap their wings 4000 times, breathe 250 times, and beat their hearts 500 times. Additionally, they compete with each other for nectar-bearing flowers, as well as watch out for predators such as eagles, owls, cats, fish, and others. "Each is just a speck -- a firefly, a flash, a brilliant atom. Yet each is an infinite mystery" (50).
This story follows Brenda raising and helping two rescued baby Allen's hummingbirds until they are released into the wild. Every twenty minutes, she has to feed the baby hummingbirds: she has to do this very carefully and delicately, or they may pop. Essentially, hummingbirds are little...
United States on Sep 11, 2022
Linda Weber:
We are so fortunate to be entertained daily by these amazing tiny creatures. We are always looking for stories and as much information that we can get about them. So when we saw that Sy Montgomery had written a book about her experience with them, we were thrilled to read it. She has not disappointed us yet with her books about nature’s wonderful creatures!
The pictures of the hummingbirds were a plus. The work that Brenda does with the wee ones is extraordinary and it was so interesting to follow her determination to keep these abandoned babies alive. I kept wishing I could see her hummingbird garden which the author described so beautifully! We are so glad that there are such very special people like Brenda to do what she does and for Sy who's words describe it in a way we can all enjoy!
United States on Jun 26, 2021
| Sy Montgomery's "The Hummingbird's Gift: How a Little Bird's Joyful Dance Brings Wonder to Our World" | Uncover the Fascinating World of Queen Bees: Explore the Drama of the Hive! | Bug-Themed Activity Book for Kids: Colorful Illustrations, Fun Games, and Fascinating Facts | |
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| Sale off | $7 OFF | $6 OFF | |
| Total Reviews | 43 reviews | 43 reviews | 42 reviews |
| Publisher | Atria Books; Standard Edition | Storey Publishing, LLC | |
| Ornithology (Books) | Ornithology | ||
| Hardcover | 96 pages | 128 pages | |
| Bird Field Guides | Bird Field Guides | ||
| Item Weight | 7.2 ounces | 2.31 pounds | |
| Language | English | English | |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1982176082 | 978-1635860375 | |
| Best Sellers Rank | #3 in Entomology #12 in Ornithology #64 in Bird Field Guides | #66 in Entomology #76 in Biology of Insects & Spiders #166 in Animal Husbandry | |
| Entomology (Books) | Entomology | Entomology | |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 676 ratings var dpAcrHasRegisteredArcLinkClickAction; P.when.execute { if { dpAcrHasRegisteredArcLinkClickAction = true; A.declarative { if { ue.count || 0) + 1); } } ); } }); P.when.execute { A.declarative{ if { ue.count || 0) + 1); } }); }); | 4.9 4.9 out of 5 stars 493 ratings var dpAcrHasRegisteredArcLinkClickAction; P.when.execute { if { dpAcrHasRegisteredArcLinkClickAction = true; A.declarative { if { ue.count || 0) + 1); } } ); } }); P.when.execute { A.declarative{ if { ue.count || 0) + 1); } }); }); | |
| ISBN-10 | 1982176083 | 1635860377 | |
| Dimensions | 5 x 0.6 x 7.13 inches | 7.3 x 0.75 x 8.3 inches |
United States on Jan 10, 2024