I Want To Be Left Behind

Fundamentalism meets deep ecology in Brenda Peterson's new memoir. This rather dark, divine comedy of family and conflicting faiths uses humor to defuse dogma -- whether it is religious or environmental. Acclaimed novelist and nature writer, Peterson takes on human nature and what she calls a spiritual ecology that is as concerned with saving the earth as well as our own souls. She paints such a hilarious, loving portrait of each world that we will all want to be Left Behind. "

Friday, July 6, 2012

Leopard and Silkie on Television

Video link: http://www.katu.com/amnw/segments/Saving-Young-Seals-161579195.html

This week Leopard and Silkie hauled out onto television. Here's a clip from ABC news KATU station in Portland, Oregon.

Saving Young Seals

Story Published: Jul 6, 2012 at 9:49 AM PDT

What should you do if you find a seal pup on a Northwest beach? Leave it alone! Chances are good it's just resting. Brenda Peterson, author of the new book Leopard & Silkie, joined us to share the amazing first-hand story of the vulnerable baby seals that are left on shore while their mothers hunt for food, and the concerned volunteers who keep vigil over them. The star of the book is six year old Miles, who organizes his own rescue mission to help the seals survive.

Featuring beautiful photographs of the seal pups and their natural habitat by Robin Lindsey, and with its emphasis on human compassion, this true account teaches children to appreciate the natural world by helping in any way they can.

Book Signing for Leopard & Silkie
Saturday, July 7 at 11:00am
Powell's City of Books, 1005 West Burnside, Portland

For more information on the book and Seal Sitters, visit the website.

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