The Geese of Beaver Bog

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In the summer of 1998, award-winning writer and biologist Bernd Heinrich became an unwitting foster parent to an adorable gosling named Peep. This spirited bird drew him into a vibrant world filled with as much color and drama as human life. With a scientist's training and a nature lover's curiosity, Heinrich observed the Canada geese, or honkers, living in the beaver bog near his rural Vermont home. His constant presence in the bog became as familiar as that of the local wildlife, allowing him to gain the geese's trust and closely document their daily routines. The narrative captures heated territorial battles, mysterious nest raids, and jealousy among the geese, revealing the complexities of their behavior. Far from predictable, the lives of these geese are filled with adventure and surprises. Heinrich takes readers through mud, icy waters, and dense sedge hummocks into a seemingly impenetrable world, sharing his insights with respectful modesty and humor. Illustrated with his sketches and stunning four-color photographs, this work is part love story, part scientific exploration, and wholly delightful.