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 Andrea L. (Cottonwood Heights, UT) Wonderful story of the healing potential of animals
This memoir is a plainly written account of a man and his relationship with a rescued eagle. The central message is one of mutual healing through the special relationships humans can forge with our animal brethren, combined with conservation of land and wildlife, and respect for the wild.
This book is well and simply written, but slightly disorienting as it flips back and forth from the author's illness, Freedom's struggles, and various volunteers and animals at the rescue center. It will be appreciated by animal lovers and nature enthusiasts, and there really are some interesting factoids regarding wild animals and how rescue centers help rehabilitate and care for them.
Rated of 5
by Sharon A. (Gainesville, FL) For Animal Lovers
Animal lovers will really enjoy getting a look at the inner workings of a wildlife center and the interesting and wonderful work they do that we do not hear about. The antics of the animals will make you laugh and cry. The author's true story of his volunteer work, his remarkable relationship with Freedom (an American bald eagle) and the impact of that work on his personal life was an enjoyable read. Those who like animal stories will find this to be an easy read.
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 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 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!
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