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"One of American Institute of Graphic Arts’ Top 50 Books / 50 Covers of 2021"
"This dinky compendium ticks all the boxes. Compact and well-presented, it will appeal to anyone intrigued by bird life, as well as those with a penchant for attractive miniature books . . . . A finely-tuned at birding culture and etiquette."---Elizabeth Fitzherbert, The Lady
"There’s something for everyone in this approachable, compact guide. Whether you’re a new birder or a hardcore enthusiast, be prepared to plunge into a plethora of knowledge about bird species, avian research, and birding culture."---Jennifer Walter, Inverse
"[This] enticing collection is brimming with wisdom and wit about all things avian." * BirdWatching *
"A fun book to dip into to impress your friends with your grasp of little-known bird facts."---Rebecca Armstrong, Birdwatch Magazine
"[A] delightful little volume. … Every page contains something illuminating."---Elizabeth Palmer, Christian Century
"Birdpedia is an enlightening, entertaining, often witty compendium of facts and notions that includes art, literature, folklore, religion and others."---Phil Slade, Another Bird Blog
"A compendium of bird lore fun guaranteed to entertain. . . . If you relish humorous bird trivia it will tickle your sense of humour."---Eric Brown, News Shopper
"[A] sweet little book about all things bird. ... Any bird lover will want this in their library for quick reference or a delighted deep dive."---Elayna Trucker, Napa Valley Register
"There are lovely pieces on dusting or dust -bathing, preening and poop, and fascinating sections on bird intelligence." * Lapwing Magazine *
"[A] marvelous little book, inside and out."---Jim Williams, Star Tribune
"A pocket-sized book full of interesting facts that would delight any ornithologist.”"---P. MacDuff, British Naturalist’s Association
"Fascinating from start to finish, and just when I thought I knew pretty much everything about the life of birds . . . this 260-page book opened my eyes to learning so much more."---Neville Davies, Gwent Wildlife Trust
"Entertaining and informative new book."---Lincolnshire Bird Club newsletter, Jim Wright

Birdpedia

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    A Hardback by Christopher W. Leahy, Abby McBride

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      Publisher: Princeton University Press
      Publication Date: 06/07/2021
      ISBN13: 9780691209661, 978-0691209661
      ISBN10: 0691209669

      Description

      Book Synopsis


      Trade Review
      "One of American Institute of Graphic Arts’ Top 50 Books / 50 Covers of 2021"
      "This dinky compendium ticks all the boxes. Compact and well-presented, it will appeal to anyone intrigued by bird life, as well as those with a penchant for attractive miniature books . . . . A finely-tuned at birding culture and etiquette."---Elizabeth Fitzherbert, The Lady
      "There’s something for everyone in this approachable, compact guide. Whether you’re a new birder or a hardcore enthusiast, be prepared to plunge into a plethora of knowledge about bird species, avian research, and birding culture."---Jennifer Walter, Inverse
      "[This] enticing collection is brimming with wisdom and wit about all things avian." * BirdWatching *
      "A fun book to dip into to impress your friends with your grasp of little-known bird facts."---Rebecca Armstrong, Birdwatch Magazine
      "[A] delightful little volume. … Every page contains something illuminating."---Elizabeth Palmer, Christian Century
      "Birdpedia is an enlightening, entertaining, often witty compendium of facts and notions that includes art, literature, folklore, religion and others."---Phil Slade, Another Bird Blog
      "A compendium of bird lore fun guaranteed to entertain. . . . If you relish humorous bird trivia it will tickle your sense of humour."---Eric Brown, News Shopper
      "[A] sweet little book about all things bird. ... Any bird lover will want this in their library for quick reference or a delighted deep dive."---Elayna Trucker, Napa Valley Register
      "There are lovely pieces on dusting or dust -bathing, preening and poop, and fascinating sections on bird intelligence." * Lapwing Magazine *
      "[A] marvelous little book, inside and out."---Jim Williams, Star Tribune
      "A pocket-sized book full of interesting facts that would delight any ornithologist.”"---P. MacDuff, British Naturalist’s Association
      "Fascinating from start to finish, and just when I thought I knew pretty much everything about the life of birds . . . this 260-page book opened my eyes to learning so much more."---Neville Davies, Gwent Wildlife Trust
      "Entertaining and informative new book."---Lincolnshire Bird Club newsletter, Jim Wright

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