Our Feathered Friends

audiobook

Our Feathered Friends

by Elizabeth Grinnell, Joseph Grinnell

EN·~3 hours·29 chapters

Chapters

29 total
1

INTRODUCTION.

5:04
2

ILLUSTRATIONS IN THE TEXT.

0:57
3

CHAPTER I.

3:53
4

CHAPTER II.

5:31
5

CHAPTER III.

5:23
6

CHAPTER IV.

5:49
7

CHAPTER V.

5:25
8

CHAPTER VI.

6:53
9

CHAPTER VII.

6:10
10

CHAPTER VIII.

6:59

Description

The book opens with a heartfelt celebration of our feathered companions, inviting listeners to share the simple pleasure of watching birds go about their lives. Its author’s reverence shines through, turning everyday encounters into opportunities for learning and wonder. Readers are gently reminded that even a brief pause to notice a sparrow or a robin can lift the spirit and sharpen the mind.

In the first part, practical guidance is offered for anyone who wishes to protect these creatures—farmers, gardeners, teachers, and families alike. Simple steps such as setting aside small patches of habitat, avoiding harmful fashion trends, and encouraging school programs are presented in clear, encouraging language. Beautiful black‑and‑white illustrations accompany the text, bringing each species to life and making the information accessible to both novices and seasoned bird‑watchers.

Details

Language

en

Duration

~3 hours (179K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Tom Cosmas derived from materials made freely available at The Internet Archive and are placed in the Public Domain.

Release date

2021-02-10

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the authors

Elizabeth Grinnell

Elizabeth Grinnell

1851–1935

A journalist, nature writer, and early conservation advocate, she helped bring the plants and birds of Southern California to everyday readers. Her work mixed sharp observation with a warm, accessible style that made the natural world feel close at hand.

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Joseph Grinnell

Joseph Grinnell

1877–1939

A pioneering American field biologist, he helped shape the way scientists document animals in the wild. His careful studies of California wildlife and his famous note-taking system still influence ecology and museum research today.

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