George : A Magpie Memoir

In a heartwarming tale of unconventional companionship, George: A Magpie Memoir by Frieda Hughes takes readers on a remarkable journey of hope and resilience. When Hughes rescues an abandoned baby magpie, she embarks on a transformative adventure as she nurtures and raises the cheeky, intelligent bird she names George. As their bond deepens, Hughes finds solace and purpose in caring for her feathered friend, whose antics and quirks bring both laughter and poignant life lessons. This poignant memoir celebrates the healing power of nature and the profound connections that can blossom in the most unexpected of places.

Frieda Hughes is an accomplished poet and painter, and the daughter of renowned poets Ted Hughes and Sylvia Plath. With her keen eye for detail and lyrical prose, Hughes vividly brings to life the joys and challenges of raising George, offering a candid and heartfelt exploration of love, loss, and the transformative impact of embracing the natural world.