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| Author | Audubon, John James, 1785-1851 |
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| Contributor | MacGillivray, William, 1796-1852 |
| Title | Ornithological biography, Vol. 3 (of 5) : An account of the habits of the birds of the United States of America |
| Note | Reading ease score: 70.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Melissa McDaniel, Rachael Schultz, David Garcia, Charlene Taylor, Thierry Alberto and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Summary | "Ornithological Biography, Vol. 3 (of 5)" by John James Audubon is a scientific publication written in the early 19th century. This volume serves as a detailed account of the habits of various birds native to the United States, accompanied by descriptions of the stunning illustrations found in "The Birds of America." The focus is on delivering intricate observations about bird behavior, breeding, and their habitats. The opening of this volume introduces Audubon's journey over the years, detailing his struggles and successes in documenting American ornithology through extensive travel and dedicated study. He reflects on the ten-year endeavor of publishing his work, highlighting the encouragement he received from patrons and fellow naturalists. The initial chapters predominantly cover the various water birds, starting with the Canada Goose, discussing their migratory patterns, breeding habits, and the meticulous efforts Audubon undertook to observe and record their behaviors in the wild. Audubon's narrative sets the stage for a comprehensive exploration of avian life, showcasing his ability as both a naturalist and a storyteller. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QL: Science: Zoology |
| Subject | Birds -- North America |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 69403 |
| Release Date | Nov 21, 2022 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 72 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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