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FitzGerald, Dawn

Julia Butterfly Hill: Saving the Redwoods

(4) K-3 Gateway Green Biography series. Written in simple prose, this biography tells the story of Julia Hill, who spent 738 days sitting in a redwood to prevent it from being cut down. Briefly discussed are the environmental impact of clear-cutting and Hill's childhood. However, no context is given for the sometimes controversial eco-terrorist environmentalist groups and practices. The book is illustrated with color photos and includes a timeline. Bib., ind.

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