{"product_id":"my-chickens-and-i-an-illustrated-guide-hardcover","title":"My Chickens and I: An Illustrated Guide - Hardcover","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eIsabella Rossellini\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003ePatrice Casanova\u003c\/b\u003e (Photographer)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\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\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIsabella Rossellini\u003c\/b\u003e is an award-winning actress, filmmaker, model, and author. The daughter of screen legend Ingrid Bergman and Italian neorealist director Roberto Rossellini, she rose to international fame through her work in films such as \u003ci\u003eBlue Velvet\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eDeath Becomes Her\u003c\/i\u003e, and as the iconic face of Lancôme for over four decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA lifelong advocate for nature, Rossellini combined her artistry with her academic studies in a master's degree program in Animal Behavior and Conservation. Rossellini owns and operates Mama Farm, an organic farm on Long Island, New York, where she raises heritage breeds, including the chickens featured in \u003ci\u003eMy Chickens and I\u003c\/i\u003e. She is also the author of several books, including the memoir \u003ci\u003eSome of Me\u003c\/i\u003e. She continues to appear in film and television, most recently receiving an Academy Award nomination for her role in the 2024 film \u003ci\u003eConclave\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 112\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.7 x 9.2 x 7.2 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e March 13, 2018\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53097100214496,"sku":"9781419729911","price":27.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0811\/5909\/4496\/files\/5SvlGW1rHo9781419729911.webp?v=1781683621","url":"https:\/\/improvedinc.myshopify.com\/products\/my-chickens-and-i-an-illustrated-guide-hardcover","provider":"Improved Improper Input Inc.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}