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The Good Good Pig

The Extraordinary Life of Christopher Hogwood

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The Good Good Pig

Written by: Sy Montgomery
Narrated by: Xe Sands
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A naturalist who spent months at a time living on her own among wild creatures in remote jungles, Sy Montgomery had always felt more comfortable with animals than with people. So she gladly opened her heart to a sick piglet who had been crowded away from nourishing meals by his stronger siblings. Yet Sy had no inkling that this piglet, later named Christopher Hogwood, would not only survive but flourish.

The Good Good Pig celebrates Christopher Hogwood in all his glory, from his inauspicious infancy to hog heaven in rural New Hampshire. At first his domain included only Sy's hens and border collie, Tess. Then the neighbors began fetching Christopher home from his unauthorized jaunts, the little girls next door started giving him baths, and the villagers brought him delicious leftovers. His fame increased along with his girth. He was featured in USA Today and on several National Public Radio programs.

But as this enchanting book describes, Christopher Hogwood's influence extended far beyond celebrity. Sy reveals what she learned from this generous soul who just so happened to be a pig - lessons about self-acceptance, the value of community, and the pleasures of the sweet green Earth.

©2006 Sy Montgomery (P)2016 Tantor Biological Sciences Outdoors & Nature Pet & Animal Care Science Women Village Funny Feel-Good Heartfelt
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"Xe Sands narrates this memoir of Montgomery's life with her porcine friend and what he teaches her about love, community, and family. Sands sounds at times quietly confidential, at other times mildly amused - her delivery has an intimate air, as though she's reminiscing about this pet to a close friend, an approach that suits the material.... Fans of all ages will enjoy and return to Montgomery's humorous, thoughtful reflections on the deep, sometimes inexplicable bonds between people and animals." ( AudioFile)
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I absolutely adored this story. I am a pig lover and have a rescue pig of my own (who has a story similar to Christopher Hogwood’s) so it resonated deeply with me. I loved the way it was told, the way it was read and the way it made me feel. If you’re an animal lover like me, and you also have a connection with them, especially pigs, I believe you’ll really enjoy The Good Good Pig. I highly recommend it.

Best Story Ever! ❤️💙💓

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Shed a few years, that's for sure. Tears of joy! Thanks Sy. Thanks Xen and a huge thanks to Chris.

A real page turner!

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