{"product_id":"my-chickens-and-i-isbn-9781419729911","title":"My Chickens and I","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrom beloved actress, filmmaker, and animal enthusiast Isabella Rossellini comes a delightful, beautifully illustrated look at the surprising intelligence and fine-feathered glory of her Long Island flock.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen Isabella Rossellini ordered 38 baby chicks for her Long Island farm, she expected a simple, uniform brood. What arrived was a mixed carton of diverse heritage breeds—a discovery that sparked a passionate journey into the world of poultry.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eMy Chickens and I\u003c\/i\u003e is an engaging and informative illustrated guide. Rossellini combines her signature wit and curiosity (familiar to fans of her work in films ranging from \u003ci\u003eBlue Velvet\u003c\/i\u003e to \u003ci\u003eConclave\u003c\/i\u003e) with genuine affection for her birds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eInside, you will discover:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eA Personal Journey:\u003c\/b\u003e Follow the hilarious and heartwarming story of how Rossellini, daughter of cinema legends Ingrid Bergman and Roberto Rossellini, became an accidental, dedicated chicken keeper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFascinating Facts \u0026amp; History:\u003c\/b\u003e Dive into the unique traits, history, and surprising intelligence of various heritage breeds, and learn about the evolution and domestication of chickens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWry Observations \u0026amp; Original Art:\u003c\/b\u003e The book is richly layered with Rossellini's own charming, hand-drawn illustrations and personal anecdotes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eStunning Photography:\u003c\/b\u003e Photos by her friend, the renowned portrait photographer Patrice Casanova, capture the beauty and distinct personalities of these spirited backyard birds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePerfect for new backyard chicken keepers, fans of Isabella Rossellini, or anyone who simply appreciates the quirky magic of the animal kingdom, his book is a heartwarming testament to the resilience and charm of one of the world's most sustainable and beloved animals.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Harry N. Abrams","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44893944742117,"sku":"NP9781419729911","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/O_0287d0c6-8ff0-475f-86b7-857fef60c955.jpg?v=1773104049","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/my-chickens-and-i-isbn-9781419729911","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}