Bird: The Definitive Visual Guide

Frances, Peter & et al,

ISBN 10: 1405345853 / ISBN 13: 9781405345859

Published by Dorling Kindersley, 2009

About this Item

Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. An apparently unread copy in perfect condition. Dust cover is intact with no nicks or tears. Spine has no signs of creasing. Pages are clean and not marred by notes or folds of any kind.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Bird: The Definitive Visual Guide
• Publisher: Dorling Kindersley
• Publication Date: 2009
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1405345853
• ISBN 13: 9781405345859
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Like New
• Weight: 1900 grams

About this title

Synopsis

The beauty and drama of the bird world brought to breathtaking life in a compact format From hummingbirds weighing less than a coin to monkey-eating eagles, this is a unique celebration of birds, photographed and studied in their natural environments around the world. Explore the complete bird story: from their origins to up-to-date information on flight, anatomy, feeding, communication, breeding, habitat, migrations and life cycles. Spectacular features on the most impressive birds, plus a huge catalogue that profiles nearly fifteen hundred different species makes this a must-have for every bird enthusiast. This book is published with Birdlife International, the world's leading avian authority.

From the Inside Flap

Full-color photos. "Each spread is composed of full-color photos, sketches, and explanatory text covering the anatomy, behavior, and adaptations of birds and presented in a visually appealing manner that compels further page turning. The author leads us through all that is fascinating in our study of birds at a level of writing suitable for younger readers. A fine addition to school libraries at all levels."--(starred) Science Books & Films.