Rabbits: Gentle Hearts, Valiant Spirits has been named as Finalist in the 2008 Benjamin Franklin Awards, Best New Voice (Nonfiction) category, from PMA, the Independent Book Publishers Association. Marie Mead has authored twenty uplifting stories based on actual events. Many of the stories are about rabbits originally rescued by the House Rabbit Society, Best Friends Animal Society, Brambley Hedge Rabbit Rescue, or the Rabbit Sanctuary. Despite the fact that most of the stories begin with rescues from traumatic situations, the happy endings of these true accounts will leave readers inspired. The pieces emphasize rabbits resilient nature and how their personalities flourish when coupled with compassionate human care. The book also includes personal contributions by best-selling authors Susan Chernak McElroy and Dr. Bernie Siegel, two accounts by collaborator Nancy LaRoche, a foreword by Dr. Michael W. Fox, and color photos and artist illustrations. 
 Those who already know and appreciate rabbits will enjoy the stories about individual bunnies. Readers less familiar with rabbits will be amazed by the complexity of their nature: the curiosity, intelligence, sociability, and courage. In addition to their presentation in the stories, these often-misunderstood creatures are further explained through short About Rabbits addendums to each chapter, containing tidbits of wisdom about the prey animals psyche, instincts, and physical attributes. Although this is not a how-to rabbit care book, it includes a few select articles written expressly for the resource section.

Rabbits: Gentle Hearts Valiant Spirits: Inspirational Stories of Rescue, Triumph, and Joy

Science & Math

Marie Mead

Nancy Laroche

Biological Sciences

Nova Maris Press

This book is a must-have for anyone who already has or who is thinking of getting a rabbit. It's an equally good fit for those who care about animals or who believe in the power of kindness and love. The twenty-five true stories are primarily about rescued rabbits, most of whom endure traumatic beginnings but end up in loving homes. 
 Containing beautiful photographs and original art, this volume invites people to reconsider the standard view of rabbits as little more than cute and cuddly. Readers quickly learn that the small creatures are courageous, intelligent, and independent, and that they have a strong, positive influence on the people who care for them. The stories offer a respite in our otherwise hectic lives, provide hope and healing, and inspire us to become more gentle in our dealings with others. 
 Bestselling authors Susan Chernak McElroy and Dr. Bernie Siegel each penned a personal story, and the eloquent Foreword to the book was contributed by Dr. Michael W. Fox. Each story is followed by an About Rabbits piece that explains something about rabbits, ranging from diet to deafness. The back matter contains several excellent articles, including Dr. Angela Lennox on dental care and elementary teacher Cheryl Rosemary Abbott on helping children show love and respect for an animal companion. 
 The book is for mid-elementary students through adults and also appropriate for reading aloud to younger children.

Rabbits: Gentle Hearts, Valiant Spirits

Foreword

Dr. Michael W. Fox

Collaborator

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