- 1989 first edition. 192 pages
- Published by Bison Books Ltd, London
- Hardcover with dust jacket. Blue boards. Large book - approx 37cm long x 26.5cm wide.
- Very good condition. Minor scuffs to dust jacket. Small owner ex Libris stamp on free front end paper.
Illustrated and Indexed.
The world of birds is a colourful kingdom populated with more than 8,600 species existing in virtually every habitat on the face of the Earth. The resplendent spectrum of colour, iridescence and filamentous finery is a miracle to behold. The vocal repertoire of songsters pouring out their song is astrounding, and the range of behaviours accompanying this couturial and auditory display sets birds far apart from other animal species, and places them in a realm of beauty they alone inhabit.
In the introduction Mark Rauzon writes......"The history of mankind's fascination with birds is both ancient and modern. For as much as humans have respected most species through the years, we have mad it impossible for some spcies to survive. To make it possible for us to continue to admire and enjoy these feathered creatures with whom we share the planet - it is useful to know them and to understand the vast profusion of species. Such is our hope with this book.'
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