Bernd Heinrich

Bernd Heinrich was born in Bad Polzin, Germany, on April 19, 1940, and is the son of Gerd Heinrich, an Ichneumon expert. As a child, he moved to Wilton, Maine, where his love for the natural world began to take shape. Heinrich's upbringing in Maine had a profound impact on him, and many of his works focus on the natural world just outside the cabin door.

Heinrich is a biologist and author of numerous books on the natural world, including "Winter World," "Ravens in Winter," "Mind of the Raven," and "Why We Run." He is a professor emeritus of biology at the University of Vermont and has won numerous awards for his writing. His work is highly regarded for its ability to combine scientific research with personal narrative, making complex biological concepts accessible and engaging to a wide audience.

In addition to his work as a writer and biologist, Heinrich is also a world-class ultra-marathon runner. He spends much of the year at a rustic cabin that he built himself in the woods near Weld, Maine, where he draws inspiration for his writing and continues to pursue his passions for running and observing the natural world. Despite his many accomplishments, Heinrich remains a humble and dedicated observer of the world around him, committed to sharing his knowledge and love of the natural world with others.