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BEAVERLAND by Leila Philip, read by Christine Lakin
Episode 1193

BEAVERLAND by Leila Philip, read by Christine Lakin

How one weird rodent made America

Behind the Mic With Kirkus Reviews · Kirkus Audiobook Reviews

January 18, 20236m 55s

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Show Notes

Christine Lakin’s enthusiasm and authenticity lure the listener into Leila Philip’s world of beavers. Host Jo Reed and AudioFile’s Alan Minskoff discuss this homage to the ingenuity and group intelligence of these remarkable dam builders and water capturers. Philip casts a wide net as she delves into the cultural significance of beavers to some North American tribes, stresses how vitally important beaver dams are to clean water, and accompanies trappers, goes to fur auctions, and skins a pelt herself. Lakin captures the respect and empathy Philip has for trappers, traders, and environmentalists alike, and portrays the lighter moments as well.

Read the full review of the audiobook on AudioFile’s website. Published by Hachette Audio.

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