Animal Sense

by Diane Ackerman

Book Overview

A stapler with its tiny fangs Cannot outwit orangutangs. Rocks are very good at sitting, but never walk or take up knitting. Living things all feel and sense their way through every happenstance. . .... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0375823840
• ISBN13: 9780375823848
• Release Date: February 2003
• Publisher: Alfred A. Knopf Books for Young Readers
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.54 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 5.2" x 9.7"
• Age Range: 8 to 12 years
• Grade Range: Grades 3 to 7

Customer Reviews

a wonder to read and share

I just discovered Diane Ackerman's work during an interview about her latest book, 'The Zookeeper's Wife' and wanted to learn more about this amazing poet, writer, animal lover. This book of poetry is wonderfully illustrated and is something one may share with a child or an adult. Just picked up two more copies to give as gifts. The words are beautifully woven together and it's easy to forget the skill (not to mention a sense of humor) it requires. You will come back for it time and again. There is no age limit on enjoying this gem.