This book was chosen in honor of the summe r reading club theme: Read\, Renew\, Repeat. Read\, walk\, and experience the restorative nature of walking\, the outdoors\, and community. \;\n
"In a work that beautifully demonstrates the rewards of closely obs erving nature\, Elisabeth Tova Bailey shares an inspiring and intimate sto ry of her encounter with a Neohelix albolabris&mdash\;a common woodland sn ail. While an illness keeps her bedridden\, Bailey watches a wild snail th at has taken up residence on her nightstand. As a result\, she discovers t he solace and sense of wonder that this mysterious creature brings and com es to a greater understanding of her own place in the world. Intrigued by the snail&rsquo\;s molluscan anatomy\, cryptic defenses\, clear decision m aking\, hydraulic locomotion\, and courtship activities\, Bailey becomes a n astute and amused observer\, offering a candid and engaging look into th e curious life of this underappreciated small animal." ~From the Publisher
\n\nRegistration is requested\; meet at the flagpole in fron t of the library. In case of rain\, the book club will be held in the Audi torium.
\nObtain a copy of the book at the Library\, or as an ebook. For those who would like to purchase a copy of \;The Sound of a Wild Snail Eating\, \;please support our local independent bookstore\, \;The Book Stall \;at 811 Elm Street i n Winnetka.
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