This historical novel, uniquely told through the perspective of three generations of snapping turtles, describes the natural history of wetland wildlife that inhabit Canaan Valley, set against a background of major human events. Based on thirty years of studying the delicate ecosystem and how logging, railroads and farming has affected the animals like the beaver, wood frogs, geese, and brook trout. Dr. Michaels professional efforts, blended with personal interests provided a unique and unparalleled knowledge of Canaan Valley wildlife.