Close to Home

Discover Hidden Nature in Your Own Backyard

Written byThor Hanson

Narrated byStacy Carolan

Length5h42m

Release dateMarch 11, 2025

GenreScience & Engineering, Science, Environment

Languageenglish

★★★★★ 5.0 (166 ratings)

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Quick Facts

Author	Thor Hanson
Narrator	Stacy Carolan
Runtime	5h42m
Published	March 11, 2025
Rating	★★★★★ 5.0 / 5 (166 ratings)
Categories	Science & Engineering, Science, Environment, Conservation, Nature & Ecology, Ecology, Natural History, Sports & Outdoors, Outdoors & Nature
Format	Audiobook (Digital)
Platform	Audible

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About This Audiobook

Close to Home by Thor Hanson is an enlightening journey through the often-overlooked natural wonders that surround us daily. This audiobook, narrated by Stacy Carolan with a clear and engaging voice, invites listeners to explore their local parks, gardens, and backyards like never before. Hanson’s prose is both scientific and poetic, blending personal anecdotes with compelling facts about the wildlife and ecosystems right at our doorstep. Through his narrative, you'll rediscover the beauty of nature in your own neighborhood.

Tags: Nature ExplorationBackyard EcologyEnvironmental AwarenessScience NarrationPersonal Connection

Why Listen to Close to Home?

Expert narration by Stacy Carolan brings every character and scene to life across 5h42m of immersive audio.
Bestseller-quality story from Thor Hanson, rated 5.0 stars by 166 listeners.
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Editor's Review ★★★★★

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Stacy Carolan's narration brings Close to Home to life with a warm, conversational tone that makes this audiobook as engaging as it is educational. Her voice captures the essence of each chapter, whether describing intricate spider webs or detailed bird observations. However, there are occasional moments where the pacing could be more varied; some sections feel slightly rushed compared to others. Despite these minor critiques, Carolan's ability to convey Hanson’s passion for nature makes this audiobook a compelling listen from start to finish. Close to Home is not just a book about nature—it’s an invitation to reconnect with it in your own backyard.

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