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Director's Book Club: The Backyard Bird Chronicles
by Amy Tan
Wednesday, September 16
6:00pm - 7:00pm
Northwest Branch
Multipurpose RoomJoin us for an intimate conversation with Director of Broward County Libraries, Allison Grubbs, on interesting titles!
#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • From the author of The Joy Luck Club comes a gorgeous and witty exploration of birding and nature. This inspiring work cultivates hope and connection, revealing the rhythms of our world and uncovering its beauty hidden in plain sight. • With a foreword by David Allen Sibley
“Unexpected and spectacular” —Ann Patchett, best-selling author of These Precious Days
"The drawings and essays in this book do a lot more than just describe the birds. They carry a sense of discovery through observation and drawing, suggest the layers of patterns in the natural world, and emphasize a deep personal connection between the watcher and the watched. The birds that inhabit Amy Tan’s backyard seem a lot like the characters in her novels.” —David Allen Sibley, from the foreword
Tracking the natural beauty that surrounds us, The Backyard Bird Chronicles maps the passage of time through daily entries, thoughtful questions, and beautiful original sketches. With boundless charm and wit, author Amy Tan charts her foray into birding and the natural wonders of the world.
In 2016, Amy Tan grew overwhelmed by the state of the world: Hatred and misinformation became a daily presence on social media, and the country felt more divisive than ever. In search of peace, Tan turned toward the natural world just beyond her window and, specifically, the birds visiting her yard. But what began as an attempt to find solace turned into something far greater—an opportunity to savor quiet moments during a volatile time, connect to nature in a meaningful way, and imagine the intricate lives of the birds she admired.
A Service of the Broward County Board of County Comissioners.
AGE GROUP: | New Adults | Adults |
EVENT TYPE: | Discussion/Lecture | Clubs & Groups | Books |
Northwest Branch
| Mon, Jun 29 | 12:00PM to 8:00PM |
| Tue, Jun 30 | 10:00AM to 6:00PM |
| Wed, Jul 01 | 12:00PM to 8:00PM |
| Thu, Jul 02 | 10:00AM to 6:00PM |
| Fri, Jul 03 | 10:00AM to 6:00PM |
| Sat, Jul 04 | Closed |
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| Sun, Jul 05 | Closed |
Northwest Branch is closed for the month of February due to maintenance.

