Field Book of Wild Birds and Their Music
Author | : Ferdinand Schuyler Mathews |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 424 |
Release | : 1906 |
Genre | : Birds |
ISBN | : |
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Author | : Ferdinand Schuyler Mathews |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 424 |
Release | : 1906 |
Genre | : Birds |
ISBN | : |
Author | : Ferdinand Schuyler Mathews |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 420 |
Release | : 1904 |
Genre | : Birds |
ISBN | : |
A description of the character and music of birds, intended to assist in the identification of species common in the United States east of the Rocky Mountains.
Author | : Lang Elliott |
Publisher | : Houghton Mifflin Harcourt |
Total Pages | : 144 |
Release | : 1998 |
Genre | : Nature |
ISBN | : 9780395912386 |
Presents the songs and calls of fifty North American birds that are common to residential settings, city parks, and urban areas.
Author | : F. Mathews |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2001-07 |
Genre | : Nature |
ISBN | : 9781557095183 |
In this beautifully written and well-illustrated guide to birds' songs from 1904, Mathews describes 127 bird species, mostly of Eastern United States, and their songs. This fieldbook contains descriptions of the physical characteristics and habits of each, as well as detailed comments on their songs and calls. He includes musical scores of at least two songs for each species.
Author | : Judy Pelikan |
Publisher | : Algonquin Books |
Total Pages | : 216 |
Release | : 2004-01-01 |
Genre | : Nature |
ISBN | : 9781565122710 |
One hundred years ago, F. Schuyler Mathews, an erudite naturalist and birder, theorized that birds sing first for love of music, and second for love of the lady. To expand on his theory, he actually scored the songs of birds in the wild. His charming text and bird-by-bird annotations were compiled into a guide called Field Book of Wild Birds and Their Music. This extraordinary work has now been lavishly illustrated and adapted for a new audience. Each bird is meticulously rendered by artist Judy Pelikan in full-color illustrations that feature not only the birds, but also their nests, eggs, and feathers. And every song is represented by its written musical score, which Mathews expertly explains in a way that both musicians and non-musicians can enjoy. As Mathews points out, the music of wild birds is everywhere--in poems, children's nursery songs, as well as in the works of the great composers: the Black-billed Cuckoo's call appears near the close of Beethoven's Pastoral Symphony; the Nashville Warbler's song is found in the opening bars of Rossini's Carovale, and the Meadowlark's song is remarkably like the first two bars of Alfredo's song in La Traviata. He reveals how a bird's character is reflected in its song: the Baltimore Oriole is a sharp-billed, sharp-witted character, and his remarks are as incisive and crisp as the toots of a steam whistle. And he reminds us of the words of our great poets--Wordsworth, Emerson, Sir Walter Scott--and their descriptions of the very same birds and their music. This classic, useful, and completely original guide will put a song into the heart of novice and experienced birder alike.
Author | : Ferdinand Schuyler Mathews |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 466 |
Release | : 1948 |
Genre | : Birds |
ISBN | : |
Author | : Matt Kracht |
Publisher | : Chronicle Books |
Total Pages | : 178 |
Release | : 2019-04-02 |
Genre | : Humor |
ISBN | : 1452177392 |
National bestselling book: Featured on Midwest, Mountain Plains, New Atlantic, Northern, Pacific Northwest and Southern Regional Indie Bestseller Lists Perfect book for the birder and anti-birder alike A humorous look at 50 common North American dumb birds: For those who have a disdain for birds or bird lovers with a sense of humor, this snarky, illustrated handbook is equal parts profane, funny, and—let's face it—true. Featuring common North American birds, such as the White-Breasted Butt Nugget and the Goddamned Canada Goose (or White-Breasted Nuthatch and Canada Goose for the layperson), Matt Kracht identifies all the idiots in your backyard and details exactly why they suck with humorous, yet angry, ink drawings. With The Field Guide to Dumb Birds of North America, you won't need to wonder what all that racket is anymore! • Each entry is accompanied by facts about a bird's (annoying) call, its (dumb) migratory pattern, its (downright tacky) markings, and more. • The essential guide to all things wings with migratory maps, tips for birding, musings on the avian population, and the ethics of birdwatching. • Matt Kracht is an amateur birder, writer, and illustrator who enjoys creating books that celebrate the humor inherent in life's absurdities. Based in Seattle, he enjoys gazing out the window at the beautiful waters of Puget Sound and making fun of birds. "There are loads of books out there for bird lovers, but until now, nothing for those that love to hate birds. The Field Guide to Dumb Birds of North America fills the void, packed with snarky illustrations that chastise the flying animals in a funny, profane way. " – Uncrate A humorous animal book with 50 common North American birds for people who love birds and also those who love to hate birds • A perfect coffee table or bar top conversation-starting book • Makes a great Mother's Day, Father's Day, birthday, or retirement gift
Author | : Lang Elliott |
Publisher | : Houghton Mifflin Harcourt |
Total Pages | : 128 |
Release | : 2006 |
Genre | : Nature |
ISBN | : 9780618663989 |
Describes the bird calls and songs of North American birds, including a sonagram that give a visual representation of the sounds, and provides recorded examples of the songs mentioned.
Author | : Katrina van Grouw |
Publisher | : Princeton University Press |
Total Pages | : 304 |
Release | : 2013 |
Genre | : Art |
ISBN | : 0691151342 |
There is more to a bird than simply feathers. And just because birds evolved from a single flying ancestor doesn't mean they are structurally the same. With 385 stunning drawings depicting 200 species, The Unfeathered bird is a richly illustrated book on bird anatomy that offers refreshingly original insights into what goes on beneath the feathered surface.
Author | : Stan Tekiela |
Publisher | : Adventure Publications |
Total Pages | : 790 |
Release | : 2022-04-05 |
Genre | : Nature |
ISBN | : 1647551994 |
Identify Birds with California’s Best-Selling Bird Guide! Make bird-watching in California even more enjoyable. With Stan Tekiela’s famous bird guide, field identification is simple and informative. There’s no need to look through dozens of photos of birds that don’t live in your area. This handy book features 176 species of California birds organized by color for ease of use. Full-page photographs present the species as you’ll see them in nature, and a “compare” feature helps you to decide between look-alikes. Inside you’ll find: 176 species: Only California birds! Simple color guide: See a yellow bird? Go to the yellow section Stan’s Notes: Naturalist tidbits and facts Professional photos: Crisp, stunning images This second edition includes six new species, updated photographs and range maps, expanded information, and even more of Stan’s expert insights. So grab Birds of California Field Guide for your next birding adventure—to help ensure that you positively identify the birds that you see.