A Book of Birds (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

William Playne Pycraft

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0331530325 ISBN 13: 9780331530322

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Explore the world of birds with clear explanations and vivid, memorable examples.

This approachable introduction to ornithology surveys what we know about birds today, from their feathers to their bones. It explains how scientists view birds, how their bodies differ from other animals, and how ancient ideas about birds evolved into modern science. The book uses diagrams, plates, and friendly language to show connections between structure, movement, and life in the air and on the shore.

Through illustrated chapters on groups such as plovers, gulls, terns, and auks, you’ll learn how these birds look, behave, and adapt to their habitats. The text highlights plumage changes across seasons, feeding habits, nesting, and migration, all grounded in observable detail rather than theory alone. Expect detailed, accessible explanations and abundant visual references to help you identify species and understand their place in nature.

• Clear explanations of bird anatomy, classification, and evolution
• In‑depth profiles of shorebirds, gulls, terns, and diving birds
• Illustrations and diagrams that bring anatomy and plumage to life
• Context on the history and practice of studying birds

Ideal for curious readers of natural history and anyone starting to explore the science of birds.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0331530325
• ISBN 13: 9780331530322
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 234