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Jeff Guidry's book, "An Eagle Named Freedom", tells of the bald eagle who over a decade, or so, was integral in the authors life transformation. Yes, it would be hard to imagine if someone congratulated Jeff, say, 15 years ago when he was a west coast professional musician on being a best-selling author, a world-wide cancer survivor inspiration, and an expert raptor handler. I would bet Jeff would think that person was delusional. But, as of the late 2000's Jeff is all of these things as his life changed dramatically. That change was, at first, we learn on purpose because as an accomplished guitarist Jeff had became burned out on life as a professional musician and sought to get away from the business he once was so devoted to. To insure real change he moved from California to Washington with his mate Lynda where he could truly get away from being his former lifestyle - where he could enjoy the great outdoors as well as change.

We learn, though he loved the change, he was still looking for something to involve his interest in nature more. Lynda gave him a pamphlet about a wildlife rescue and rehabilitation center and, as fate would have it, that connection jumpstarted the real changes in Jeff he had, seemingly, desired, but had yet to feel completely invigorated by.

Jeff arrives at Sarvey, the wildlife rescue center, thinking he would volunteer on his day off and see if someone like himself could be utilized, hopefully feeling uplifted after what would likely be a lengthy process of learning. At Sarvey, like most volunteered or paid jobs, learning is more like "baptism by fire" and Jeff was working directly with rescued wildlife his first day. It was hard work from the start, but rewards came continually and he immediately loved it. He instantly connected with the director, Kay, and went directly from hoping he would be both helpful and fulfilled to being just short of indispensable next of kin! Reading about the early days at Sarvey give the reader a spiritual feeling that Jeff is exactly where he is suppose to be - all this and, so far, the real story hasn't even introduced us to real subject: Freedom the eagle!

In 2000 Jeff had been at Sarvey approaching two years and his love for the place and the people, especially Kay, the director, and Crazy Bob who was the most active volunteer, had grown. Jeff was happy to give his day off and was feeling the benefits of his radical move to Washington. Things would get more intense, both better and worse. The better occurred when Kay asked Jeff to take a young eagle with broken wings to the vet for diagnosis. The female bird was in critically poor shape with two broken wings and had become emaciated as well. The damage to the left wing was such that even with proper setting and healing the damage was too great for the bird to be able to fly. At Sarvey the first objective is saving the animal and the second is to return it to its natural habitat; whenever an animal could not be introduced back to nature the policy was to insure it lived a quality life in captivity, either at Sarvey or another center. For this young eagle, however, it seemed as if survival would be somewhat of a miracle. By using a feeding tube and providing a low-stress environment it was hopeful the eagle could manage to stand on its feet after a time of healing. Things looked bleak when the bird remained day after day in a laying down position which would be considered too poor in terms of quality-of-life to subject a magnificent raptor to.

Now, I have to ask myself, do I just want to tell the reader the whole story? No, of course not, but what happens next at the brink of euthanizing the eagle truly begins the spiritual connection for Jeff. It's as if Freedom (named later) realizes she will be a force in Jeff's life and she gathers her strength and becomes a survivor so she can awake that same instinct later to Jeff when he will need it. This is where the real inspiration starts and it only builds more powerful and deep as the story progresses. Though I'd love to tell more it would be a disservice to the reader as the joy of reading this story is in the details of the journey that begins with Freedom beating her own odds and surviving.

You do not have to love wildlife to enjoy this book. This book is about humanity, survival, spiritual growth, and love. That all this happens in regard to a connection one man happened to make, in this case with an eagle make it all the more remarkable. It's inspirational first and foremost, but as an animal lover I find it wonderful in that an eagle can be such a bridge to the powerful traits we need to be the masters of our dominion that, I think, God has intended us to be. I highly recommend this book, as well as a very different, yet similar, book named "Wesley The Owl". These books are both powerful affirmations of life and love and as such will only be enriching as well as entertaining to the reader. Simply put, a great read!

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An Eagle Named Freedom: My True Story of a Remarkable Friendship Overview

From the moment Jeff Guidry saw the emaciated baby eagle with broken wings, his life was changed. For weeks he and the staff at Sarvey Wildlife Care Center tended to the grievously injured bird. Miraculously, she recovered, and Jeff, a center volunteer, became her devoted caretaker.

Though Freedom would never fly, she had Jeff as her wings. And after Jeff was diagnosed with stage 3 non-Hodgkin's lymphoma in 2000, Freedom returned his gift. Between sessions of debilitating chemotherapy, Jeff went back to Sarvey and began taking Freedom for walks that soothed his spirit and gave him the strength to fight. When he learned he was cancer free, Jeff's first stop was Sarvey to walk with Freedom. Somehow this special bird seemed to understand the significance of the day. For the very first time she wrapped both her wings around Jeff, enveloping him in an avian hug.

In March 2008, Jeff shared his extraordinary experience with his friend Gayle in an e-mail of eight hundred words:

When Freedom came in she could not stand. Both wings were broken, her left wing in 4 places. . . . We here at the Sarvey Wildlife Care Center made the decision to give her a chance at life. . . .

That e-mail would unexpectedly circle the globe and inspire countless fans eager to know more. In An Eagle Named Freedom, Jeff tells the full story of his bond with Freedom and introduces the other wildlife and volunteers who have been saved by Sarvey. A tender tale of hope, love, trust, and life, this moving true story is an affirmation of the spiritual connection that humans and animals share.

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Customer Reviews

engrossing and informative - PenMangler - alabama, US of A
This story is heart-warming. It also shares with us not involved in wild animal rescue and care, the ups and downs of those kind souls who are. The saga evolved from an email that Jeff wrote regarding Freedom, the eagle; and I'm glad it did. There is a relationship between people and animals, although I didn't go for the spiritualism and mysticism he chose to aid in his recovery and well-being. HOWEVER, the story stands on its on feet. It has ups and down's the reader will share with the author and is a must-read for those of us who want to see the work through the eyes of those who seek to care for these beautiful creatures. It's just one of those interesting books that you feel better for having read.

An Eagle Named Freedom - Patrick Reeves - Cheney, WA - USA
What a great read. The author was able to keep my interest till the end. The book was written beautifully. The book was very detailed and very well planned out. The pictures were beautiful. I beleive that man and animals are connected, and it was great to see that confirmed in this book. Recommend this book to others. During cancer one needs inner strenght and in this book it shows just how this was done. What awesome bonding.

inspiring and deeply heartfelt - TheBandit - SEA-TAC
This book might be a difficult reading experience for anyone who has either gone through cancer treatment themselves or had someone close to them who did. It also might be a bit tougher on those who have fought to save a pet, and didn't have as positive an outcome as Jeff does with his eagle.

But at the same time, difficult emotional experiences often have a tremendous pay off. This book, a true story, is one of the more inspiring I've ever read. Jeff Guidry tells his story in a straight forward manner. He helped rescue an injured eagle from what would have been premature death, nursing it back to health and strength in a tireless manner. During this process, he developed cancer and the bond he shared with the eagle helped him regain his own health.

All the praise this book has garnered has been deeply justified. This isn't the kind of story that should require a really hard sell. Based on the general story, you may already have an idea of whether or not it sounds like something for you. If you have ever had a strong, unwavering bond with an animal then I would suggest reading this book.

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