Carl Hiaasen’s novel treats his audience to a story of a young man who stands up to a major corporation in order to preserve the homes of burrowing owls in his area. Roy Eberhardt, the main character, is characterized by many of the traits of gifted learners. Integral to the plot of the story are his intense focus on things that intrigue him, a curious nature, his excellent memory and ability to pick up on nuances-particularly with people, and a deep concern with injustices. Further, Roy demonstrates a quick wit, a wide knowledge base, and an ability to problem solve creatively. (Webb, J., Gore, J., Amend, E., DeVries, A.,2007) While he’s not identified in the book as a gifted learner, his actions, history, and characteristics show him to…