A frequent commentator on NPR's All Things Considered, Julie
Zickefoose has painted nature virtually all her life. At the age of
seven she knew that she wanted to paint birds for a living, and her
lifelong dedication shows in her paintings, which are meticulously
accurate as well as beautiful. The paintings used here, of scenes
from her beloved home in southern Ohio, illuminate well-crafted
essays based on her daily walks and observations. Wild turkeys,
coyotes, box turtles, and a bird-eating bullfrog flap, lope, and
leap through her prose. She excels at describing and exploring
interactions between people and animals, bringing her subjects to
life in just a few lines. Her husband and young children make
appearances, presenting their own challenges and pleasures. The
essays are arranged by season, starting with winter, providing a
sense of movement through the year.
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