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3.95 AVERAGE
3.95 AVERAGE
The anecdotes of Christopher Hogwood (the porcine protagonist) and the people surrounding him were really fun to read -- entertaining, touching, and occasionally hilarious. However, it did sometimes get repetitive, and the author's tone irked me at regular intervals throughout.
I initially bought this for my niece because she is obsessed with pigs. However, since she is 10 and it is non-fiction, I decided to read it for myself first. I'm glad that I did. While there were definitely some fun facts about pigs (who knew that pigs were the cause of Wall Street's nomenclature?), the book is mostly the author's memoir. And while there were some interesting parts, the fact that it took me nearly three weeks to read such a small book is evidence that for the most part I just didn't connect with it.
Enjoying Sy Montgomery's nonfiction books for children, I was surprised to learn that she also writes adult nonfiction. On the surface, this book is the story of a pig, Christopher, who Montgomery and her husband rescued as a piglet and kept as a pet/companion for fourteen years. What the book really offers, though, is a glimpse into the life and work of a talented author and devoted naturalist.
A supremely cute little book! I'm not usually a big fan of animal stories, but this was a nice distraction from my life--- felt very pastoral at times. Honestly, Sy lives the life I wish I could.
funny
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inspiring
medium-paced
This book painted a really beautiful picture of farm life and the healing power of animals and living an earth-connected life. I loved the first 2/3 of this book! I loved the authors voice and can't wait to read other books of hers!
Unfortunately, it felt like the pig was dying for the entire last 1/3 of this book. By the time the book ended, I was SO over it.
Unfortunately, it felt like the pig was dying for the entire last 1/3 of this book. By the time the book ended, I was SO over it.
I want to read everything Sy Montgomery has ever written.
I unabashedly enjoyed this book. Not only did I learn about Christopher Hogwood (the pig version), but I learned about Sy Montgomery as well. Why hadn't I heard of her till now?! Now I am definitely planning on checking out more of her books.
I always knew that pigs were considered to be intelligent creatures - some say smart as dogs - but this book allowed me to learn more details. The story, of course, revolved around Chris himself, and was sprinkled with facts about various types of pigs and hogs, and their history with humans. It was also filled with anecdotes about life in small town in New Hampshire, which introduced me to a world I didn't know.
It was an enjoyable story and I got through it pretty quickly. I won't lie, I love books like these where I get to meet - and live with - an animal I would never have otherwise known about. Wish I could have met him!
I always knew that pigs were considered to be intelligent creatures - some say smart as dogs - but this book allowed me to learn more details. The story, of course, revolved around Chris himself, and was sprinkled with facts about various types of pigs and hogs, and their history with humans. It was also filled with anecdotes about life in small town in New Hampshire, which introduced me to a world I didn't know.
It was an enjoyable story and I got through it pretty quickly. I won't lie, I love books like these where I get to meet - and live with - an animal I would never have otherwise known about. Wish I could have met him!
A simple sweet tale of a beloved pig that will warm your heart. Reinforces my desire for a pet pig (but gotta move to a farm first)!