Birdgirl: Looking to the Skies in Search of a Better Future

Mya-Rose Craig, known as “Birdgirl,” is a Birder, environmentalist, and activist. Here she chronicles her mother’s mental illness struggle and her passion for social justice and preserving the planet. She shows that birdwatching is deeply intertwined with her life. The Craigs travel the world in search of rare birds and stunning landscapes, but her mother’s mental health crisis casts a shadow over their journey. Nature becomes their source of comfort and meaning.

Each bird brings joy and reflection, instilling in Mya-Rose a deep love for the natural world. However, she also witnesses the reckless destruction of the planet and the pervasive racism, leading her to campaign for Black, Indigenous, and people of color.  Mya-Rose advocates for the simple, profound gift of nature and its accessibility to all, urging readers to rediscover its power.

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