Abayomi, the Brazilian Puma

A mother puma, an attempt to steal a chicken and an angry chicken farmer-the search is on for orphaned cubs. Will the scientists be able to find the cubs before their time runs out?In this "Biography in Text and Art," Harvill takes original photos as references to create accurate wildlife illustrations. These aren't generic cats, but one particular individual in detail. Pattison's careful research, vetted by scientists in the field, brings to life this this true story of an infant cub that must face a complicated world alone-and find a way to survive. Praise for Wisdom, the Midway Albatross: Surviving the Japanese Tsunami and other Disasters for Over 60 Years". . .Pattison writes crisply and evocatively. . ." "Harvill contributes carefully detailed and naturalistic illustrations. . ."--Publisher's Weekly (starred review)