Rescuing Ladybugs, Jennifer Skiff
Rescuing Ladybugs, Jennifer Skiff
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Rescuing Ladybugs
Inspirational Encounters with Animals That Changed the World

Author: Jennifer Skiff

Narrator: Donna Postel

Unabridged: 9 hr 10 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 11/06/2018

Categories: Nonfiction, Nature, Animals


Synopsis

Countless times throughout our lives, we're presented with a choice to help another soul. Rescuing Ladybugs highlights the true stories of remarkable people who didn't look away from seemingly impossible-to-change situations and instead worked to save animals. Prepare to be transported to Borneo to release orangutans, Brazil to protect jaguars, Africa to connect with chimpanzees and elephants, the Maldives to free mantas, and Indonesia, the only place where dragons still exist in the wild.

About Jennifer Skiff

Jennifer Skiff is an award-winning journalist who traveled the globe as a correspondent for CNN for more than a decade. Passionate about animals and their welfare, she serves as a trustee, adviser, and spokesperson for charities around the world while working with lawmakers to create positive change.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Cheryl on November 21, 2018

An absolutely inspiring read. One person can make a huge difference by shedding light and acting upon a situation you know is inherently wrong. The stories take you around the world with a delightful "cast" in each chapter. We all know that animals have deep and profound feelings. How many have said......more

Goodreads review by Douglas on June 08, 2019

Jennifer Skiff’s followup to her bestselling The Divinity of Dogs is, hard to believe, even more moving and inspiring. This collection of stories and interviews of people who, in some way, have devoted their lives to the care and protection of animals, cannot fail to affect every reader, regardless......more

Goodreads review by Becky on March 28, 2019

I found this to be a beautifully, inspiring book. It made me feel like I wasn't doing enough in my life to make a difference, and it made me want to do more. The stories were sad, thought provoking, influencing, wonderful, and highly enjoyable to read/listen to. I purchased the book through audible.......more

Goodreads review by Stacey on April 04, 2019

I bought and read this book after seeing the author speak at our local bookstore. She was riveting, warm and inspiring. My nine year old daughter finished the reading the book in less than a week and loved the easy-to-digest mini-chapters. Jennifer's writing is so vivid that you can't help but feel......more

Goodreads review by Sharon on March 18, 2019

Absolutely inspirational. Loved how there was a light bulb moment (message) in every chapter. As humans we can be so powerful and Jen has used her knowledge, passion and time to help the creatures of our planet. What an amazing outcome! I am sure Jen will have made each person think and possibly re-......more