
Lonely Goose
by Anne Hunter
Title:
Lonely Goose
Author:
Anne Hunter
Format:
Hardback
Number of pages:
40 pages, FULL-COLOR ILLLUSTRATIONS
Publisher:
Random House USA Inc
ISBN-13:
9780593647554
EAN:
9780593647554
Publication Date:
11/03/2025
Classifications:
Teenage Fiction
Weight (g):
572
Dimensions (mm):
237 x 262 x 11
Publication Country:
United Kingdom
Language:
English
Condition:
New
Description
In this lyrical and poignant nonfiction book about loss, follow the lives of a pair of Canada geese as they perform their courtship rituals, raise nests full of chicks, and migrate with the seasons... until one goose has to brave the world alone.Here is how he won her over:He was the best dancer with the most powerful moves.He hissed loudly and bravely.He had a long, sleek neck and a fine bill.This is a stunningly illustrated, moving picture book about two geese bonded for life. They have six eggs, and then six chicks, and they teach them how to fly. But when one of the geese in the partnership becomes ill and dies, what happens to its partner goose? She is forced, suddenly, to brave the world on her ownuntil a new partner goose comes along, calling to her with his own powerful moves. With scientific facts, a beautiful text, and gorgeous art work, young readers will find themselves inspired to take a closer look at the natural world around them.











