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The Curious Book of Birds by Abbie Farwell Brown Pdf
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Birds are curious creatures. From their unusual appearance to their unique behaviour, they really are one of the most fascinating species in the animal kingdom. In this book you'll find colourful feathers alongside peculiar beaks, beady eyes and funny-coloured feet. You'll read of dangerous birds, clever birds, fast birds, awkward birds, silly birds, massive birds and tiny birds. You'll laugh at their odd hairdos, marvel at their remarkable hunting skills and admire their wild mating dances. Most of all, you'll learn that birds are awesome and deserve our love, care and respect.
"The Curious Book of Birds" by Abbie Farwell Brown. The birds that it deals with are described in a vein of fancy, like Kipling's Creatures of the Jungle Book. They are more like fairy birds than those of the familiar bird-book variety; in fact, such birds as children conjure up for themselves -- birds that think and talk like people. The basis of the book is to be found in old stories and legends, from ancient sources, mostly European, but some of Oriental and African origin, and others from the American Indian folk-lore.
Birdsong for the Curious Naturalist by Donald Kroodsma Pdf
Birdsong made easy to understand, lavishly illustrated with color photos, and accompanied by more than 700 online recordings From a leading expert, Birdsong for the Curious Naturalist is a basic, how-to guide that teaches anyone--from beginner to advanced birder--how to listen. In understandable and appealing language, Kroodsma explains why and how birds sing, what various calls mean, and what to listen for from the birds around us. The descriptions are accompanied by color photos of the birds, as well as QR codes that link to an online collection of more than 700 recordings. With these resources, readers are prepared to recognize bird sounds and the birds that make them. Kroodsma encourages readers to find the joy of birdsong and curiosity--to observe, listen intently, be curious, ask questions, and realize that many unanswered questions about birdsong don't have to rely on scientists for answers but can be answered by any curious naturalist.
There are many bird guides written nowadays which will tell you about birds as folk of the twentieth century see them They describe carefully the singer s house his habits the number of his little wife s eggs and the color of every tiny feather on her pretty wings But these books tell you nothing at all about bird history about what birds have meant to all the generations of men women and children since the world began This book does just that There are many books written nowadays which will tell you about birds as folk of the twentieth century see them They describe carefully the singer s house his habits the number of his little wife s eggs and the color of every tiny feather on her pretty wings But these books tell you nothing at all about bird history about what birds have meant to all the generations of men women and children since the world began. We are delighted to publish this classic book as part of our extensive Classic Library collection. Many of the books in our collection have been out of print for decades, and therefore have not been accessible to the general public. The aim of our publishing program is to facilitate rapid access to this vast reservoir of literature, and our view is that this is a significant literary work, which deserves to be brought back into print after many decades. The contents of the vast majority of titles in the Classic Library have been scanned from the original works. To ensure a high quality product, each title has been meticulously hand curated by our staff. Our philosophy has been guided by a desire to provide the reader with a book that is as close as possible to ownership of the original work. We hope that you will enjoy this wonderful classic work, and that for you it becomes an enriching experience.
The Field Guide to Dumb Birds of North America by Matt Kracht Pdf
National bestselling book: Featured on Midwest, Mountain Plains, New Atlantic, Northern, Pacific Northwest and Southern Regional Indie Bestseller Lists Perfect book for the birder and anti-birder alike A humorous look at 50 common North American dumb birds: For those who have a disdain for birds or bird lovers with a sense of humor, this snarky, illustrated handbook is equal parts profane, funny, and—let's face it—true. Featuring common North American birds, such as the White-Breasted Butt Nugget and the Goddamned Canada Goose (or White-Breasted Nuthatch and Canada Goose for the layperson), Matt Kracht identifies all the idiots in your backyard and details exactly why they suck with humorous, yet angry, ink drawings. With The Field Guide to Dumb Birds of North America, you won't need to wonder what all that racket is anymore! • Each entry is accompanied by facts about a bird's (annoying) call, its (dumb) migratory pattern, its (downright tacky) markings, and more. • The essential guide to all things wings with migratory maps, tips for birding, musings on the avian population, and the ethics of birdwatching. • Matt Kracht is an amateur birder, writer, and illustrator who enjoys creating books that celebrate the humor inherent in life's absurdities. Based in Seattle, he enjoys gazing out the window at the beautiful waters of Puget Sound and making fun of birds. "There are loads of books out there for bird lovers, but until now, nothing for those that love to hate birds. The Field Guide to Dumb Birds of North America fills the void, packed with snarky illustrations that chastise the flying animals in a funny, profane way. " – Uncrate A humorous animal book with 50 common North American birds for people who love birds and also those who love to hate birds • A perfect coffee table or bar top conversation-starting book • Makes a great Mother's Day, Father's Day, birthday, or retirement gift
The Curious Book of Birds (Classic Reprint) by Abbie Farwell Brown Pdf
Excerpt from The Curious Book of Birds All were happy except one. The Woodpecker had taken no part with the other busy birds. She was a lazy, disobedient creature, and when she heard the Lord's commands she had only said. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
The Curious Book of Birds by Abbie Farwell Brown Pdf
HE Goldfinch who lives in Europe is one of the gaudiest of the little feathered brothers. Heis a very Joseph of birds in his coat of many colors, and folk often wonder how he came to havefeathers so much more gorgeous than his kindred. But after you have read this tale you will wonderno longer.You must know that when the Father first made all the birds they were dressed alike in plumage ofsober gray. But this dull uniform pleased Him no more than it did the birds themselves, who beggedthat they might wear each the particular style which was most becoming, and by which they could berecognized afar.So the Father called the birds to Him, one by one, as they stood in line, and dipping His brush in therainbow color-box painted each appropriately in the colors which it wears to-day. (Except, indeed, that some had later adventures which altered their original hues, as you shall hear in due season.)But the Goldfinch did not come with the other birds. That tardy little fellow was busy elsewhere onhis own affairs and heeded not the Father's command to fall in line and wait his turn for being madebeautiful.So it happened that not until the painting was finished and all the birds had flown away to admirethemselves in the water-mirrors of the earth, did the Goldfinch present himself at the Father's feetout of breath."O Father!" he panted, "I am late. But I was so busy! Pray forgive me and permit me to have a prettycoat like the others.""You are late indeed," said the Father reproachfully, "and all the coloring has been done. You shouldhave come when I bade you. Do you not know that it is the prompt bird who fares best? Myrainbow color-box has been generously used, and I have but little of each tint left. Yet I will paintyou with the colors that I have, and if the result be ill you have only yourself to blame."The Father smiled gently as He took up the brush which He had laid down, and dipped it in the firstcolor which came to hand. This He used until there was no more, when He began with anothershade, and so continued until the Goldfinch was completely colored from head to foot. Such agorgeous coat! His forehead and throat were of the most brilliant crimson. His cap and sailor collarwere black. His back was brown and yellow, his breast white, his wings golden set off with velvetblack, and his tail was black with white-tipped feathers. Certainly there was no danger of his beingmistaken for any other bird.When the Goldfinch looked down into a pool and saw the reflection of his gorgeous coat, he burstout into a song of joy. "I like it, oh, I like it!" he warbled, and his song was very sweet. "Oh, I amglad that I was late, indeed I am, dear Father!
The Curious Book of Birds by Abbie Farwell Brown Pdf
LONG, long ago, at the beginning of things, they say that the Lord made the world smooth and round like an apple. There were no hills nor mountains: nor were there any hollows or valleys to hold the seas and rivers, fountains and pools, which the world of men would need. It must, indeed, have been a stupid and ugly earth in those days, with no chance for swimming or sailing, rowing or fishing. But as yet there was no one to think anything about it, no one who would long to swim, sail, row, and fish. For this was long before men were created.The Lord looked about Him at the flocks of newly made birds, who were preening their wings and wondering at their own bright feathers, and said to Himself, -"I will make these pretty creatures useful, from the very beginning, so that in after time men shall love them dearly. Come, my birds," He cried, "come hither to me, and with the beaks which I have given you hollow me out HERE, and HERE, and HERE, basins for the lakes and pools which I intend to fill with water for men and for you, their friends. Come, little brothers, busy yourselves as you would wish to be happy hereafter."Then there was a twittering and fluttering as the good birds set to work with a will, singing happily over the work which their dear Lord had given them to do. They pecked and they pecked with their sharp little bills; they scratched and they scratched with their sharp little claws, till in the proper places they had hollowed out great basins and valleys and long river beds, and little holes in the ground
"An exquisitely beautiful book ...These stories about birds are ultimately reflections on the curious nature of humanity itself" — Helen Macdonald, author of H Is for Hawk There is no denying that many people are crazy for birds. Packed with intriguing facts and exquisite and rare artwork, Birdmania showcases an eclectic and fascinating selection of bird devotees who would do anything for their feathered friends. In addition to well-known enthusiasts such as Aristotle, Charles Darwin, and Helen Macdonald, Brunner introduces readers to Karl Russ, the pioneer of "bird rooms", who had difficulty renting lodgings when landlords realized who he was; George Lupton, a wealthy Yorkshire lawyer, who commissioned the theft of uniquely patterned eggs every year for twenty years from the same unfortunate female guillemot who never had a chance to raise a chick; George Archibald, who performed mating dances for an endangered whooping crane called Tex to encourage her to lay; and Mervyn Shorthouse, who posed as a wheelchair-bound invalid to steal an estimated ten thousand eggs from the Natural History Museum in Tring. As this book illustrates, people who love birds, whether they are amateurs or professionals, are as captivating and varied as the birds that give flight to their dreams.
"Nine Q&As on pet birds answer elementary inquiries about behavior, body language, and communication. Engaging questions and research-based answers satisfy young animal lovers' curiosity about these feathered friends. A Stay Curious! feature encourages further learning and models media literacy skills. Includes simple infographics, glossary and index"--
Rare Birds of North America by Steve N. G. Howell,Ian Lewington,Will Russell Pdf
The first comprehensive illustrated guide to North America's vagrant birds Rare Birds of North America is the first comprehensive illustrated guide to the vagrant birds that occur throughout the United States and Canada. Featuring 275 stunning color plates, this book covers 262 species originating from three very different regions—the Old World, the New World tropics, and the world's oceans. It explains the causes of avian vagrancy and breaks down patterns of occurrence by region and season, enabling readers to see where, when, and why each species occurs in North America. Detailed species accounts describe key identification features, taxonomy, age, sex, distribution, and status. Rare Birds of North America provides unparalleled insights into vagrancy and avian migration, and will enrich the birding experience of anyone interested in finding and observing rare birds. Covers 262 species of vagrant birds found in the United States and Canada Features 275 stunning color plates that depict every species Explains patterns of occurrence by region and season Provides an invaluable overview of vagrancy patterns and migration Includes detailed species accounts and cutting-edge identification tips
