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Bird Neighbors
INTRODUCTION BY JOHN BURROUGHS
INTRODUCTION
PREFACE
I. BIRD FAMILIES - THEIR CHARACTERISTICS AND THE REPRESENTATIVES OF EACH FAMILY INCLUDED IN "BIRD NEIGHBORS'
II. HABITATS OF BIRDS - BIRDS OF THE AIR CATCHING THEIR FOOD AS THEY FLY
III. SEASONS OF BIRDS
IV. BIRDS GROUPED ACCORDING TO SIZE - SMALLER THAN THE ENGLISH SPARROW
V. DESCRIPTIONS OF BIRDS - GROUPED ACCORDING TO COLOR - BIRDS CONSPICUOUSLY BLACK
AMERICAN RAVEN
A lively guide for anyone who wants to turn a garden, meadow, or woodland walk into a personal aviary, this book introduces a hundred‑fifty common birds through easy‑to‑follow groupings. By sorting the species by color, size, season and habitat, the author makes identification possible with nothing more than an opera glass and a keen ear. Short, vivid sketches give the key field marks, songs and habits, inviting readers to match what they see and hear with the descriptions.
The tone is that of an enthusiastic naturalist urging readers to learn through repeated observation rather than shortcuts. Anecdotes about early learners illustrate how the simple act of spotting a purple finch or a wandering wren can become a source of lasting pleasure. Whether you tend a city yard or roam a country field, the book promises to sharpen your senses and deepen the seasonal rhythm of birdwatching.
Language
en
Duration
~7 hours (411K characters)
Release date
1999-09-01
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1865–1918
A pioneering American nature writer, she made birds, wildflowers, and gardens feel vivid and approachable for everyday readers. Her books blend careful observation with a warm, inviting love of the natural world.
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