The Last Heath Hen, An Extinction Story is a true account of the dwindling days of a species of wild bird on the island of Martha's Vineyard and the efforts to save it. Written for young readers to show them the complexity of conservation and the importance of valuing all wildlife. Christie Palmer Lowrance is also the author of Nature’s Ambassador: The Legacy of Thornton W. Burgess , a biography of the naturalist, wildlife advocate, and children’s author who influenced 20th century American conservation.