
audiobook
by Chester A. (Chester Albert) Reed
THE BIRD BOOK - ILLUSTRATING IN NATURAL COLORS MORE THAN SEVEN HUNDRED NORTH AMERICAN BIRDS; ALSO SEVERAL HUNDRED PHOTOGRAPHS OF THEIR NESTS AND EGGS - BY - CHESTER A. REED, B. S.
LONG-WINGED SWIMMERS. Order II. LONGIPENNES SKUA AND JAEGERS. Family STERCORARIIDAE
A richly illustrated guide brings the entire spectrum of North American birds to life, showcasing more than seven hundred species in vivid natural colors. From the sleek barn owl to the colorful puffins of the Pacific coast, each bird is presented with clear, detail‑filled drawings that make identification both easy and enjoyable for listeners of any experience level.
Beyond the striking portraits, the book offers a treasure trove of photographs documenting nests, eggs, and subtle differences in plumage. Brief, engaging notes highlight each bird’s habits, preferred habitats, and distinctive features—like the puffin’s bright red‑green bill or the horned auklet’s tiny horned crest. Listeners will come away with a deeper appreciation for the diversity of avian life across the continent, ready to recognize feathered visitors in their own backyards or on distant shorelines.
Full title
The Bird Book Illustrating in natural colors more than seven hundred North American birds; also several hundred photographs of their nests and eggs. Illustrating in natural colors more than seven hundred North American birds; also several hundred photographs of their nests and eggs.
Language
en
Duration
~12 hours (732K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by David Edwards, Rénald Lévesque and the Online Distributed Proofreading Canada Team at http://www.pgdpcanada.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
Release date
Sep 15, 2009
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

1876–1912
An early nature writer who helped make bird identification practical for everyday readers, he created some of the first field guides for North American birds. His books mixed clear visuals with plain, useful descriptions, opening the door for generations of amateur naturalists.
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