Sightings

By Sam Keen,

Book cover of Sightings: Extraordinary Encounters with Ordinary Birds

Book description

In twelve interwoven essays, Sam Keen, the "New York Times" best-selling author of "Fire in the Belly", shares moments of spirituality and insight that he's experienced while bird watching. Keen has been blessed with moments of beauty that he interprets with wit, wisdom, and a bit of down-home philosophy. From…

Shepherd is reader supported. When you buy books, we may earn an affiliate commission.

Why read it?

1 author picked Sightings as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

In Sightings, Sam Keen lays a gentle hand on your shoulder and invites you to share in his love affair with birds. From the Indigo Bunting to the Lord God bird, he describes his various encounters, weaving bits of his own history with illuminating glimpses into the avian realm. This slim volume is beautifully illustrated with paintings by Mary Woodin and venerable quotes, reminding us that the world, viewed up close, is a sacred place designed for those with open hearts.

From Jean's list on the ways that animals redeem us.

Want books like Sightings?

Our community of 11,000+ authors has personally recommended 100 books like Sightings.

Browse books like Sightings

5 book lists we think you will like!

Interested in birds, Anthrozoology, and meditation?

Birds 178 books
Anthrozoology 124 books
Meditation 272 books