Illumination in the Flatwoods

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Summary: Simply inspiring and heartfelt.
Review: Beautifully written and truly amazing feat accomplished by Mr. Hutto. Many can raise wild turkeys in their own world, however, it took a man with great conviction and love for the bird and it's environment to reverse the process and let the poults raise him. I couldn't put this book down and fell in love with the characters. In closing, I truly admire Mr. Hutto for his dedication and am thankful I don't hunt anywhere near TurkeyBoy's range as I don't believe I could pull the trigger on a bird that has survived the perils he has faced throughout his life.

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Summary: A true naturalist at work
Review: Joe Hutto has done a wonderful job of letting us view the daily life of this bird. He observed, yet did not intervene except to protect them while they were young. He played the role of a wild turkey and in the process provided us with insights of their daily behaviors. A great book for anyone who appreciates wildlife.

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Summary: Joe Hutto, writer extraordinaire
Review: This is an incredibly beautifully written book. I never thought I would find it so interesting and spellbinding. I was doubtful when first beginning the book that the author would be able to maintain his observer status, but he did so remarkably well, raising the turkeys to be real wild turkeys. As I read the final line in the book, I felt I was closing a chapter in my life in which I had personally been involved with the turkeys and the author. I was impressed with Mr. Hutto's dedication to these remarkable birds, his keen observations, and also with his obvious "connection" to them. I hope he will write again in the future.