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Synopsis
Creggan, a captured Golden Eagle, is losing the will to live. Another captured eagle, Minch is determined to teach Creggan not to forget about freedom. The zoo sweeper, Mr Wolski is haunted by captivity - his and theirs. But Callanish is calling. This story is dedicated to Goldie, the eagle that escaped briefly from London zoo in 1965.
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Is Callanish appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 10 and up.
A quiet, contemplative story about captivity and the longing for freedom, told through the eyes of eagles and a haunted human caretaker; no sex, violence, or strong language, but themes of despair and lost freedom may resonate deeply.
What to know going in
This book has mild violence, no sexual content, and clean language. Content notes include captivity, animal harm, and mental illness.
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Who'll love this
A moving story about eagles in a zoo who help each other remember what freedom means.