
The Spirit of Springer
The Real-Life Rescue of an Orphaned Orca (Whale Books for Kids)
- Hardcover
48 pages
- Release Date
24 March 2020
Summary
“This beautiful book tells a suspenseful, heart-rending true story”-The New York TimesThis compelling nonfiction picture book, filled with dynamic and vibrant illustrations, shares the remarkable rescue of an orphaned orca calf, Springer (A73), whose story captured the hearts of whale lovers throughout the Pacific Northwest-for ages 7-10.A compelling nonfiction picture book about the remarkable rescue of an orphaned orca calf, Springer (A73), whose story captured the hearts of whale lovers th…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781632172129 |
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| ISBN-10: | 1632172127 |
| Author: | Amanda Abler, Levi Hastings |
| Publisher: | Blue Star Press |
| Imprint: | Sasquatch Books |
| Format: | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages: | 48 |
| Release Date: | 24 March 2020 |
| Weight: | 408g |
| Dimensions: | 284mm x 221mm x 10mm |
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What They're Saying
Critics Review
“This beautiful book tells a suspenseful, heart-rending true story”–The New York Times
“A spirited introduction to a fascinating rescue.”–Kirkus Reviews
“The monumental efforts of the scientists—hailing from both the U.S. and Canada—and the great love they have for the young orca are inspiring to read about and provide great models of empathy.”–Booklist
“This book is a delightful find for STEM enthusiasts and also for kids who just like a good story.”–School Library Journal
“It’s a touching and inspiring story about the connection between humans and cetaceans”–Hakai Magazine
About The Author
Amanda Abler
AMANDA ABLER grew up in New Hampshire where she developed a love of snow, being on the water, and maple syrup. Pursuing her interest in science, she earned a B.S. in biology from Massachusetts Institute of Technology. She loves writing nonfiction because of all the interesting things she gets to learn and the new people she gets to meet. Amanda lives in Seattle with her family and their small, ferocious dog, Bear. She is also the author ofTheSpirit of Springer, which is her authorial debut.LEVI HASTINGS is an illustrator and cartoonist based in Seattle. His work reflects his lifelong obsessions with natural science, travel, history, and queer culture. He’s been published in a wide range of outlets, from regional papers like theStrangerto national periodicals like theWashington Post Magazine.He is also the illustrator ofThe Spirit of Springer.
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