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The Last Song of The Mistle Thrush

Ruth Flanagan

Publisher: Brown Dog Books

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Summary

The Last Song of the Mistle Thrush – A timeless and beautifully illustrated children’s poem that lingers in the heart 
 
High in the treetops, a mistle thrush sings of the wonders it sees. But when the trees are lost, its song must change—to one of hope, resilience, and the urgent call to protect our world. The Last Song of the Mistle Thrush is a heartfelt tale about hope, love and fresh starts, and the responsibility we all share for nature’s future. Blending its evocative imagery with seamless rhyme, this enchanting picture book inspires children to appreciate Earth’s simple gifts and to understand their role as future guardians of nature. This is a poem for our time, captured forever in a lyrical style that reflects traditional childhood poems in a fresh and nostalgic way.
 
Perfect for quiet moments or anyone who believes in the power of words to linger in the heart. It is the ideal gift for children to treasure.
 
Shortlisted for the Hammond House International Literary Prize (2018)
Available since: 05/22/2025.

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