Author event with Amy Tan for her new book, BACKYARD BIRD CHRONICLES

Parnassus Books is thrilled to present an evening with Amy Tan as she discusses her new book, Backyard Bird Chronicles.

This ticketed event will begin at 6:30 PM on Saturday, June 15th, at Parnassus Books, 3900 Hillsboro Pk, suite 14, Nashville, TN.

(PLEASE NOTE: A previous version of this event was originally scheduled for Friday, May 10th. That event was cancelled due to illness and all tickets to the original date were refunded. If you would like to attend the rescheduled event, you must purchase a new ticket. We do not have access to previously provided payment information.)

Ticketing:

Each ticket is $38.50 and includes one general admission seat and one signed copy of Backyard Bird Chronicles. Please note, there will NOT be a signing line for personalizations.

About the book:

A gorgeous, witty account of birding, nature, and the beauty around us that hides in plain sight, written and illustrated by the best-selling author of The Joy Luck Club - With a foreword by David Allen Sibley

"Unexpected and spectacular" --Ann Patchett, best-selling author of These Precious Days

"The drawings and essays in this book do a lot more than just describe the birds. They carry a sense of discovery through observation and drawing, suggest the layers of patterns in the natural world, and emphasize a deep personal connection between the watcher and the watched. The birds that inhabit Amy Tan's backyard seem a lot like the characters in her novels." --David Allen Sibley, from the foreword
Tracking the natural beauty that surrounds us, The Backyard Bird Chronicles maps the passage of time through daily entries, thoughtful questions, and beautiful original sketches. With boundless charm and wit, author Amy Tan charts her foray into birding and the natural wonders of the world.

In 2016, Amy Tan grew overwhelmed by the state of the world: Hatred and misinformation became a daily presence on social media, and the country felt more divisive than ever. In search of peace, Tan turned toward the natural world just beyond her window and, specifically, the birds visiting her yard. But what began as an attempt to find solace turned into something far greater--an opportunity to savor quiet moments during a volatile time, connect to nature in a meaningful way, and imagine the intricate lives of the birds she admired.

About the author:

Amy Tan is the author of several novels, including The Joy Luck Club and The Bonesetter's Daughter. She is a co-producer and co-screenwriter of the film version of The Joy Luck Club and is on the board of American Bird Conservancy. She lives in Sausalito, California.

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