
By JonArno Lawson, Nahid Kazemi (Illustrator)
A bird questions its identity and finds unexpected connection with a girl.
A young bird, feeling out of place among his flock, discovers a surprising bond with a little girl. As he explores the human world, he ponders the essence of identity and belonging. Lost in his thoughts, he misses his flock's migration, prompting questions about self-discovery and community. Can he find where he truly belongs?
Feeling both like a bird and yet other to himself, a young bird finds unexpected connection in the eyes of a little girl. is identification carries him into the human world, making him forget his flock for a time. He wonders about the nature of life: What does it mean to be a bird? What does it mean to feel different? What are the possibilities for transcending the self as which you are born? This is a sparse, thought-provoking story about belonging and selfhood.
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