How to Be a Good Creature by Sy Montgomery Summary
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In "How to Be a Good Creature," naturalist Sy Montgomery shares profound life lessons learned from thirteen remarkable animals. This 2018 memoir transcends typical nature writing, inspiring readers to embrace compassion and see the world through different eyes - just like her beloved pig Christopher Hogwood taught her.
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The Wisdom of Animal Teachers
What if our greatest life teachers have fur, feathers, or even eight arms? Sy Montgomery's memoir takes us on a global journey through her profound connections with creatures who shaped her understanding of what it means to be alive. From a Scottish terrier who became her childhood salvation to an octopus whose alien intelligence challenged her perception of consciousness, these animal relationships reveal universal truths about love, resilience, and finding purpose. The animals in Montgomery's life weren't just subjects of study - they were mentors who taught her to navigate grief, embrace joy, and recognize the sacred in the ordinary. Through their eyes, we glimpse a world more vibrant and interconnected than we typically perceive, one where species boundaries dissolve into something far more meaningful: a shared experience of being alive on this remarkable planet.
Early Teachers: Finding Salvation in a Scottish Terrier's Wild Spirit
Finding Purpose Through Australian Wildlife
The Healing Power of Unlikely Companions
Discovering Beauty in Unexpected Forms
The Octopus Who Revealed Another World
Finding Hope and Wisdom in Animal Teachers
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Cree par des anciens de Columbia University a San Francisco
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
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