Shared Recovery
For anyone who has seen an eagle soar, the unfolding of the friendship of this elegant bird with the author is thrilling. For anyone who hasn't had the joy of seeing the mature bald eagle with its crown of white, this is a touching introduction.
The story of Freedom's recovery from injuries and the development of a friendship with the author is a thrilling story. The role of Freedom in the recovery of the author's cancer is remarkable and moving.
Rated of 5
by Karen J. (Bremerton, WA)
Not Wesley but inspirational
Fans of Wesley The Owl may be a bit disappointed in this book as I was - at first. In Wesley I got an inside look into his mind and emotions, felt a connection with his quirky personality and character and so was looking for a similar experience with Freedom. However, unlike Wesley who became more than an owl to me, I never forgot Freedom was an eagle. That said, this is a very warm and engaging story. The story lies in the relationship the author has with Freedom, the spiritual connection he feels toward Freedom and the support it provides him as he discovers he has cancer, goes through an exhausting and debilitating treatment program and is eventually cured. Although this book was not what I expected, it was definitely an inspirational and rewarding read.
Rated of 5
by Ruth O. (Downingtown, PA)
Explores the animal-human bond
‘An Eagle Named Freedom’ is an inspirational book about animal-human spiritual connections. Jeff Guidry, the author, volunteers at a wildlife rehabilitation center and becomes close to a young, injured eagle which cannot be released into the wild. His bond with the eagle named ‘Freedom’ is a pivotal point in his fight with cancer and aids his recovery. I truly enjoyed his narrative and all of the information about Freedom and other wildlife that were rehabbed at the center. The spiritual connection that existed between the animals and the humans that helped them cannot be denied. I highly recommend this book as long as you have a few tissues handy while reading!
Rated of 5
by Colleen L. (Casco, ME)
An Eage Named Freedom
Every now and then you run into a book that inspires you and affirms that there are wonderful people in the world. Jeff Guidry is one of those people. What he and the other volunteers do at Sarvey is truly moving. His own story is told simply and it is clear that his deep connection with Freedom & his wife enabled him to survive. I loved the book. Simple, concise and emotional without being overly dramatic. I would strongly encourage anyone who loves animals to read this book.
Rated of 5
by Elise B. (Macedonia, OH)
An Eagle Named Freedom
I loved this book! I was one of the recipients of the e-mail and was awe struck by the ability of an eagle and a human to form a bond. Jeff Guidry has a very down to earth writing style that portrays a great zeal and respect for life – all life. He writes of his personal battle with cancer with no more or less passion than any mistreated “wild one”. His wildlife rescue stories are inspiring and eye opening – leaving the reader with a different perspective of the wildlife that share our earth.
Rated of 5
by Peggy K. (Long Beach, CA)
A Love Story
I wanted to read this book because it dealt with wildlife and humans interacting in a good way.
I thought it was a beautiful story and well worth the read. It is a small book but it is filled with so much love and affection on both sides. It truly touches the heart and I have to say that I've never heard of any eagle like Freedom. She is truly special and the author was incredibly lucky to meet her and become her friend.
It made me want to volunteer just as Jeff did, to make a difference and our wildlife needs all the help it can get. Excellent book for book clubs as it offers so many things to discuss and in general it is a good book for anyone over 12 yrs.
Rated of 5
by Barbara K. (Brooklyn, NY)
Overcoming Hardships
This educational,inspirational, personal account, illustrates how Jeff Guidry came to terms with his own illness while working with animals who desperately need care. Because we all struggle to survive on some level, An Eagle Named Freedom is an important read. Guidry clearly and concisely illustrates how he, others and animals struggle and yet triumph over hardships. I feel we all need to be reminded how to put ease into our lives and make our days count. This book does just that!
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by Jeanne M. (Vancouver, WA)
