A review by teriboop
The Hummingbirds' Gift: Wonder, Beauty, and Renewal on Wings by Sy Montgomery

informative inspiring lighthearted relaxing medium-paced

5.0

 Author of The Soul of an Octopus, naturalist Sy Montgomery documents the care of two infant hummingbirds as they are cared for by rehabilitator Brenda Sherburn La Belle in conjunction with WildCare, a wildlife hospital. These delicate creatures must be cared for and fed every 20 minutes until they grow to fledglings. These tiny birds were abandoned and found by a young, married couple and turned over to WildCare in hopes of their survival. Montgomery follows their growth and the issues that are faced during their care through the time they are finally released, an interesting event in itself.

Along the way, Montgomery explains how delicate these beautiful birds are, the myriad kinds of hummingbirds, and many details that contribute to their awesome beauty. Montgomery is a wonderful, engaging author.